Develops a mindset and culture of zero injuries based on risk assessment (ability to see risks) and risk tolerance (passion to remove risks).
Provide dashboards and progress reports to plant managers and the Sr Director MF Ops through weekly calls and quarterly face to face meetings
Achieves high standards of 5S and housekeeping to minimize risks and maximize performance.
Achieves manufacturing financial returns and performance metrics.
Identify and drive best practices across the organization, train leadership as “Reliability Champions”, communicate successes and drive the recognition process
Organize and lead reliability and maintenance conferences for various networks
Champions reliability and maintenance skill and competency development across broad operational leaders and executors in support of the Company’s strategy. Develops reliability subject matter experts and capabilities across operations.
Organizes and leads the Mineral Fiber Operations Reliability Steering Team
Supports the development and execution of company EHS strategy
Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
Participates in developing and executing the manufacturing strategic plan.
Provides active leadership aligned to sustainability initiatives for people, product and planet.
Assist in the development, recruitment, and retention of maintenance leadership and specific competencies
Identifying and implementing Mineral Fiber Operations Maintenance Management Best practices in the areas of cost control, preventive and predictive maintenance, precision skills and downday effectiveness
Developing, leading and managing Mineral Fiber Operations Reliability Strategy and Standards with a focus on driving improvements in condition of assets, process heath, and work practices and skills to increase PR/OEE and reduce costs
Actively identifies and shapes strategic opportunities for improvement that result in a competitive advantage and step changes in performing results.
Organizes and leads the various Mineral Fiber Operations networks – maintenance managers, stores, PdM, etc
Assess progress of capabilities and competencies and manage annual plans to develop the skills needed to support required PR/OEE levels
Builds a pipeline of reliability professionals to support key roles and succession planning.
Ensures compliance AWI and regulatory standards.
Develop the Mineral Fiber vision and reliability improvement plans and standards to drive improvements of the condition of assets, process health, and work practices and skills to increase PR/OEE and reduce costs
Manages the portfolio of opportunities for a robust pipeline of innovations and initiatives that achieve growth and productivity expectations. This includes a complete and integrated list of initiatives that are properly scoped, prioritized, valued, resourced and scheduled.
Achieves operating plan results for: full safety, quality, cost, and productivity.
Drives strategic initiatives and process improvements – align to the strategy à structure the organization to support à develop and attract talent to execute.
Stays current on continuous improvement technologies and processes that apply to, manufacturing operations and other business functions – identifies opportunities and develops business cases for application.
Responsible for driving attainment of following key network KPI’s: plant reliability targets maintenance cost budget, with a plan to offset inflation each year, and target % of all assets in precision state
Develops an assortment of projects and initiatives that align with achieving full safety, quality, delivery, & cost KPIs that support our productivity and growth targets.
Develops critical business process, managing routines and KPIs to align expectations and deliver sustainable improvements and results.
Drives project execution using Agile, Lean and Project Management best practices.
Work with HR to define competencies, hiring practices, and developmental and progression plans for various reliability capabilities such as maintenance managers, maintenance supervisors and reliability engineers
Drives reliability and maintenance best practices including PDM, PM, TBM, and Precision Maintenance
Requirements
lean certification
six sigma
agile
tpm
project management
engineering degree
Lean Certification
Experience with continuous improvement processes and best practices, including Lean Manufacturing
Track record of results and driving execution: alignment and engagement of the entire organization’s talent and passion, good problem-solving methodology and data analysis, and project management rigor and tools.
Demonstrated change agent and execution ability to lead, motivate, direct and achieve results through teams and functional support resources for a start-up or major transformation.
High-impact leadership role that shapes company-wide reliability strategy, influences plant performance, and drives major operational improvements.
Strong organizational visibility and influence, collaborating directly with senior leadership, shaping long-term strategy, and leading innovation across multiple facilities.
Demonstration of effective interactive skills with all levels of the organization to drive improvements and actions and facilitate behavioral change related to eliminating reliability defects
Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing, maintenance and plant leadership experience
Demonstration of strong project management skills
Supervisory experience
Downday Effectiveness
Precision Capital Practices
Bachelor's degree in engineering. Experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Leadership skills with a proven track record of success in building cross-functional teams and developing key talent.
Applied knowledge of Agile & Lean manufacturing practices.
Understands and implements digital tools to expand the capability and accuracy of manufacturing processes driving manufacturing efficiency and enabling rapid innovations.
Experience with equipment maintenance techniques, such as Precision Maintenance and TPM.
Six Sigma Black Belt
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth through leading cross-functional teams, developing future reliability experts, and guiding strategic initiatives.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1860
Year of establishment
The company traces its origins to 1860, marking over 160 years of evolution in the industry.
$1.3B Revenue
2023 annual revenue
The company generated $1.3 billion in revenue in 2023, reflecting its strong market presence.
2024 Acquisition
Expansion through acquisition
In 2024, the company acquired 3form, expanding its product portfolio in specialty ceilings and glass accents.
20 Facilities
Manufacturing presence
The company operates 20 manufacturing facilities across the Americas, supporting its diverse product range.
The company designs, engineers and produces ceiling and wall solutions—from mineral fiber panels to glass‑fiber‑reinforced gypsum—for a range of environments.
Its work spans commercial offices, schools, healthcare, and residential renovation projects, often enhancing acoustics, aesthetics and functional design.
Products are grouped across Mineral Fiber and Architectural Specialties segments, highlighting its technical depth in both core and high‑design solutions.
Headquartered in Lancaster, PA, Armstrong also maintains a research lab and a joint venture (WAVE) focused on suspension system innovation.
An intriguing legacy detail: during WWII the company even produced cork sound insulation for submarines and airplane parts, showcasing its diverse manufacturing roots.
Culture + Values
To respect the dignity and inherent rights of the individual in all dealings with people.
To maintain high moral and ethical standards and to reflect honesty, integrity, reliability and forthrightness in all relationships.
To reflect the tenets of good taste and common courtesy in all attributes, words and deeds.
To serve fairly and in proper balance the interests of all groups associated with the business—customers, stockholders, employees, suppliers, community neighbors, government and the general public.
“Let the Buyer Have Faith” (guarantee of quality and trust)
Environment + Sustainability
30% Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Targets a 30% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels, aligning with the SBTi well-below-2°C scenario.
100% Renewable
Electricity by 2030
Aims to source 100% of electricity from renewable energy by 2030.
50% Reduction
Product Carbon Footprint
Seeks a 50% reduction in the carbon footprint of products by 2030 from 2019 baseline.
100% Chemical-Free
Products
Committed to 100% chemicals of concern-free products with verified transparency by 2030.
Aims for a 20% reduction in water intensity of products by 2030 from 2019 baseline.
Over 217 million sq ft of ceiling tiles diverted through recycling since 1999.
Ultima panels offer 43% embodied carbon reduction versus standard products.
Templok ceilings and Ultima panels designed to aid in operational and embodied carbon reduction.
Named among America’s Greenest Companies 2025.
Inclusion & Diversity
Embed D&I into strategy with policies prioritizing equal opportunities and dedicated VP of Talent Sustainability & Acquisition.
Offer regular training and engagement on diversity and inclusion topics across locations.
Employee Resource Groups (AWARE, BOLD, EMERGE, AQUA) to support women, Black professionals, early-career talent, LGBTQ+ employees.
Collect employee opinions via surveys, site assessments and ERGs.
Build early-career pipelines through summer internships and professional development programs.
Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial and mental health.
No public gender-ratio or statistical breakdown available.