Operational Excellence Manager - Remote - Central Region

Overview

Lead lean manufacturing and process improvement projects to boost profitability and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• opportunity ranking
• lean tools
• plant layout
• capital projects
• operational audits
• innovation management

Tasks

-Force rank improvement opportunities – develop and implement project analysis techniques and processes to select opportunities that optimize the following desired attributes: Profit impact, Time to complete, Complexity, Risk, Cost to Implement -Drive manufacturing process change through active hands-on communication and coordination with plant-level teams -Administer standards for next-level plant design that support long-term commercial strategies -Establish close working relationships with manufacturing personnel to ensure safety, quality, and productivity requirements are met by providing technical training and technical assistance -Provide oversight and guidance, planning, training and mentoring to plant-level teams executing lean process improvement activities -Develop and execute standard processes to evaluate, procure, assess, and install new plant equipment -Oversee and lead plant improvement workshops to identify, diagnose and address bottlenecks and inefficiencies in production processes -Lead hyper care of large capital projects to ensure a seamless transition into plant operations -Facilitate communication forums for plant-based subject matter experts and provide technical assistance to plant management and engineering staff who will manage non-major projects -Lead preparation of assigned capital project white papers and scopes in cooperation with local and business leadership teams -Translate operational needs into project requirements and specifications -Provide follow-up and tracking to ensure identified improvement opportunities are completed as planned -Identify and manage innovation opportunities for operations -Work with Engineering, Operations, Safety, Quality on new equipment LOTO procedures and practices -Help identify opportunities for significant improvement at Regional locations by working with operations and/or sales teams to understand opportunities to apply lean process improvement initiatives and/or capital investment to improve profitability and competitive advantage -Conduct operational audits as requested by your manager -Develop, evaluate and improve production methods utilizing lean tools, knowledge of product design, materials and parts, tooling and production equipment capabilities, process methods, and quality control standards -Identify and support sustainability opportunities inside operations -Optimize plant layout and flow to reduce inefficiencies and reduce costs -Provide training on kaizen, 5S and lean tools and techniques -Ensure that the policies, practices, and equipment running in plants comply the Operational Excellence framework and best practices

Requirements

• autocad
• erp/mrp
• lean manufacturing
• project management
• excel
• quality control

What You Bring

-Strong organizational and communication skills -Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and experience with ERP/MRP systems and project management tools -Ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously -3+ years of manufacturing experience -In depth knowledge and practical experience applying lean manufacturing methodologies to support continuous production operations -Effective team builder and leader with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team within a highly matrixed environment -Track record of achieving positive results using lean manufacturing techniques -Quality control/maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting -Working knowledge and experience with project management software programs

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Benefits

-Yearly salary target range is $90,000.00 to $115,000.00 -Health and wellness programs -Yearly bonus eligible -Group retirement savings program -Highly competitive base pay -Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

About Oldcastle Infrastructure

-Specializes in providing innovative, high-quality solutions for critical infrastructure projects. -Works on projects across various industries, including utilities, transportation, and water resources. -Products play a vital role in the construction of roads, bridges, utilities, and stormwater systems. -Expertise spans multiple sectors, including heavy civil, industrial, and commercial infrastructure. -Known for delivering durable, reliable, and sustainable solutions, serving a wide range of clients from public agencies to private enterprises. -A key player in ensuring project success from start to finish, offering both design and manufacturing services. -Innovative precast solutions contribute to shaping the infrastructure landscape in North America.

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