Manager, Operational Excellence
Astec
Lead Lean and TPM initiatives to drive continuous improvement at the plant.
1 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Eugene, OR
Onsite
Company Size
3,700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Equipment Manufacturing
Aftermarket Parts and Service
Asphalt Plant Supply
Asphalt Paving Equipment
Aggregate Processing Equipment
Recycling Equipment
Material Handling
Concrete Production Equipment
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Aggregates
Mining
Road Building
Concrete Production
Industrial Automation
Asphalt Plant Control Systems
Aggregate Processing
Role
What you would be doing
lean tools
hoshin kanri
tpm deployment
kaizen events
performance dashboards
roi analysis
- Deliver periodic updates to corporate leadership regarding initiative progress, risks, and opportunities.
- Build internal problem-solving capability by coaching teams to sustain gains and independently lead improvement efforts.
- Implement core Lean Systems and tools such as 5S, standard work, visual management, value stream mapping, TPM, and continuous flow to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
- Integrate Lean thinking into onboarding and leadership development programs to reinforce a culture of continuous improvement from day one.
- Act as a trusted partner and strategic advisor on lean transformation efforts.
- Lead by example on the shop floor and in office settings.
- Act as a hands-on liaison between the site and corporate teams, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across all improvement initiatives.
- Plan and facilitate cross-functional Kaizen events that drive measurable improvements across manufacturing, sales, and support functions.
- Support capital investment planning by conducting ROI analysis and evaluating the operational impact of proposed projects.
- Facilitate cross-functional alignment sessions to identify priorities, remove barriers, and foster collaboration across departments.
- Lead the deployment of the Hoshin Kanri strategy framework at the plant and Asphalt business unit level to ensure alignment with corporate goals and initiatives.
- Develop and maintain True North Boards and PQVC (People, Quality, Velocity, Cost) dashboards to ensure performance visibility and alignment with business objectives.
- Collaborate with corporate leadership to align operational improvements with business growth strategies, including capacity expansion and new product introductions.
- Champion and oversee the deployment of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), including the implementation of pillars like autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, quality maintenance, and early equipment management.
- Design and deliver structured Lean and TPM training programs that teach tools, principles, and cultural behaviors across all organizational levels, ensuring understanding and practical application.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across both shop floor and office operations, supporting functional leaders in achieving performance targets.
- Coach and mentor employees and leaders in structured problem-solving methods such as A3 thinking to build capability and foster ownership.
What you bring
kaizen
tpm
lean
analytics
coaching
integrity
- A proven track record of leading and facilitating Kaizen events that deliver measurable results in manufacturing, engineering, sales, service, and administrative processes.
- Strategic thinking and business acumen to align day-to-day actions with long-term organizational goals and growth plans.
- Analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities, with proficiency in performance measurement and root cause analysis.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building trust and alignment across cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.
- Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
- Hands-on knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and its key pillars, as well as experience applying PQVC metrics, True North Boards, A3 problem-solving, and X-Matrix frameworks.
- Extensive experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement, with a demonstrated ability to implement and sustain long-term improvements across various business functions.
- Exceptional coaching, teaching, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage, educate, and empower employees at all levels—from shop floor operators to executive leadership.
- Self-motivation and initiative, with the ability to work independently while collaborating with teams across functions and levels.
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to provide innovative equipment solutions to the construction industry.
- A leader in the design and manufacturing of equipment for road building, aggregate processing, and energy sectors.
- Delivers reliable, durable machinery that helps build infrastructure and energy projects around the world.
- Known for pioneering technologies in asphalt mixing, crushing, screening, and environmental solutions.
- Astec's commitment to product innovation has shaped major projects globally, from highways to power plants.
- Throughout its history, Astec has led with a forward-thinking approach to sustainability in construction.
- The company’s diverse portfolio spans across infrastructure development, industrial energy solutions, and more.
- Astec’s impact can be seen in projects that range from municipal infrastructure to global energy plants.
- Safety
- Devotion
- Integrity
- Respect
- Innovation
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Emission目标
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in asphalt production and construction by 2050.
2050 Net-zero Goal
Industry-wide目标
Joined NAPA’s 'The Road Forward' initiative to support industry-wide net-zero by 2050.
2023 Solar Install
Solar PanelsInstalled
Installed solar panels at the Johannesburg, South Africa manufacturing site in 2023 to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
- Aims to decrease carbon footprint of global manufacturing operations and processes
- Joined DOE Better Plants program to set and meet voluntary energy performance goals
- Upgraded LED lighting at 12 manufacturing sites
- Tracking and reducing electricity, water, natural gas consumption, waste streams and water usage
- Designing products (e.g. Cold Planers, Double Barrel mixers, Concrete plants) to support high recycled asphalt or low-carbon concrete with partners like CarbonCure
- Partnering with CarbonCure to reduce embodied CO₂ in concrete batching
- Internal baselines established for GHG emissions and utility usage to guide reduction efforts
- Launched a Women in Leadership group to support career development for women (2021–2022 reporting period)
- Corporate Sustainability Report (2021–2022) highlights investment in employee well-being, ethical operations and workplace safety
- No publicly disclosed gender parity goals or workforce gender distribution percentages
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