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Oldcastle Infrastructure

Operational Excellence Manager - Remote - Central Region

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Oldcastle Infrastructure
Designs and manufactures precast concrete products for infrastructure and construction projects.
Lead lean manufacturing and capital projects to boost profit, throughput, and quality.
4d ago
$90,000 - $115,000
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Mansfield, TX
Onsite
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Consulting
Technical Services
Project Management
Construction services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Water
Communications
Transportation
Energy
Buildings
Stormwater Management
Wastewater Treatment
Commercial Building Projects
Role
What you would be doing
process improvement
lean tools
capital projects
plant layout
operational audits
technical training
  • Work with Engineering, Operations, Safety, Quality on new equipment LOTO procedures and practices
  • Conduct operational audits as requested by your manager
  • Drive manufacturing process change through active hands-on communication and coordination with plant-level teams
  • 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
  • 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
  • Translate operational needs into project requirements and specifications
  • Optimize plant layout and flow to reduce inefficiencies and reduce costs
  • Lead hyper care of large capital projects to ensure a seamless transition into plant operations
  • Ensure that the policies, practices, and equipment running in plants comply the Operational Excellence framework and best practices
  • 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
  • Provide oversight and guidance, planning, training and mentoring to plant-level teams executing lean process improvement activities
  • Provide follow-up and tracking to ensure identified improvement opportunities are completed as planned
  • Establish close working relationships with manufacturing personnel to ensure safety, quality, and productivity requirements are met by providing technical training and technical assistance
  • Identify and support sustainability opportunities inside operations
  • Identify and manage innovation opportunities for operations
  • Administer standards for next-level plant design that support long-term commercial strategies
  • 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
  • Lead preparation of assigned capital project white papers and scopes in cooperation with local and business leadership teams
  • Develop and execute standard processes to evaluate, procure, assess, and install new plant equipment
  • Provide training on kaizen, 5S and lean tools and techniques
  • Oversee and lead plant improvement workshops to identify, diagnose and address bottlenecks and inefficiencies in production processes
What you bring
autocad
excel
erp/mrp
lean manufacturing
project management
leadership
  • Ability to lead multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience
  • Effective team builder and leader with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team within a highly matrixed environment
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, and experience with ERP/MRP systems and project management tools
  • Track record of achieving positive results using lean manufacturing techniques
  • Quality control/maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting
  • In depth knowledge and practical experience applying lean manufacturing methodologies to support continuous production operations
  • Working knowledge and experience with project management software programs
Benefits
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Yearly salary target range is $90,000.00 to $115,000.00
  • Group retirement savings program
  • Yearly bonus eligible
  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
70 Years
Experience in Precast Concrete Manufacturing
The company has demonstrated leadership and innovation in the precast concrete industry over several decades.
  • 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.
Culture + Values
  • Put safety first
  • Build enduring relationships
  • Operate locally, but act as one company
  • Continuously create value
  • Do what we say and act with integrity
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
GHG Emissions Cut
Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per weight achieved by using recycled plastic in Duralite® enclosures compared to virgin plastic.
2024 Transition
Environmental Impact
Switch to phosphorus-based flame retardants in 2024 to reduce environmental harm caused by brominated/halogenated alternatives.
  • Adopted a sustainability strategy aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Focus areas: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Responsible Consumption and Production; Climate Action.
  • Committed to highest standards of environmental management and proactive climate change response.
  • Developed Duralite® composite enclosures using recycled plastic (water bottle caps).
  • Duralite enclosures are lighter than concrete variants, reducing emissions and allowing recyclability through a circular lifecycle.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Stated goal: identify, develop and leverage diverse talent across the organization
  • Reported inclusion and diversity as a strategic priority in recruiting and culture
  • Gender statistics not publicly specified on official sites
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