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Oldcastle Building Envelope, Inc. Operational Excellence Manager - OPERA006810 in Covington, Georgia
Operational Excellence Manager Who We Are At OBE, together, we build excellence every day. We are driven by our passion to lead our industry and build a sustainable future, we focus on exceeding customer expectations and delivering innovative solutions. We succeed through the dedication of our empowered teams and partners who fuel our ambition to achieve excellence in the markets where we have a right to win. We believe safety, integrity, performance culture, teamwork, customer centricity, and agility are at the core of who we are and how we operate each day to achieve success. Job Summary The Operational Excellence Manager in our Covington, GA facility isnt just a job its a starting point to an awesome career with a great company. We hire motivated individuals who want to grow with us. We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. We have an incredible track record of promoting from within at our facility. Opportunities to advance into higher roles of responsibility and pay are everywhere. You can be our next success story! This role is perfect for an individual who approaches their work professionally, loves to be a part of a team, and wants to help us get better every day. If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader! The Operational Excellence Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing Continuous Improvement, Quality Management and Process Improvement activities to drive operational excellence. Heres What Youll Get To Do Implement and manage OBE Operational Excellence system to support and drive site team to achieve zero harm, improve quality, reduce waste, and maximize process and equipment performance Lead the Site Operational Excellence Team consisting of the Quality Manager, Training Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, and Data Analyst Develop site OpEx strategy, initiatives, activities, coaching and training material Identify areas of process improvement opportunities and work with Front Line Leaders to execute specific OpEx production projects Oversee and Develop our Quality initiatives and metrics by developing PFMEAs and implementing RPN Reduction Initiatives Validate results to assure compliance with industry standards and/or specific project requirements Work with leadership team to drive cultural improvements that drive employee retention and engagement initiatives Assist with new equipment projects and integration with operations Document Control Management to maintain standards across our site Lead site planning process to maximize floor space, minimize lead time, and optimize flow Drive operational excellence principles such as constraint management, one-piece flow production, Kanban systems, 6S, RCFA and setup reduction Initiate, communicate and manage investigations into process and quality issues to identify root causes, develop corrective actions, and implement solutions Collaborate with other OBE locations and external sources to share and establish best practices Monitor, and report implementation plans and progress in pursuit of projects and KPIs Heres What Were Looking For 7 years experience working in a lean environment and leading lean initiatives Effective leadership qualities with proven results Practical experience leading kaizen events (teaching, coaching and implementing operational excellence tools) High degree of technical aptitude with a demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes and logistics flows Previous experience developing and implementing quality systems, including but not limited to tools such as PFMEA, control plans, standardized work and layered audits is required Ability to influence and create buy-in from teams through collaboration and development Strong understanding of Lean Tools including, but not limited to; 6S, Kanban, Ishikawa, A3, 5-Why, MTTR, MTBF, Poka-yoke, JIT, Value-stream mapping Moderate understanding of mechanical and electrical to support and augment Maintenance Team needs Ability to rioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment Excellent leadership skills and demonstrated ability to teach, coach and persuade Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, in addition to interpersonal, teamwork skills Strong written, oral and presentation skills with the ability to speak and communicate effectively at all levels within the OBE Organization Previous experience managing large projects and teams within budgetary and time constraints as well as minimum supervision Strong personal computer skills, to include but not limited to: Microsoft Office software applications, and AutoCAD Regular and predictable attendance, and adherence to all safety policies and procedures Working onsite will be required Occasional travel to domestic and international sites An uncompromising safety-first approach in the workplace. At OBE we have each others back What OBE Offers You Competitive pay Paid time off 10 Holidays (inclusive of 2 floating holidays) Market competitive 401(k) match Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits Short-term and long-term disability coverage Life Insurance About OBE At OBE, we believe the work of our employees truly matters. From apartments in New York to office buildings in Toronto, stadiums in Dallas, and universities in Atlanta, our teams contribute to the projects that shape the world where we live, work, heal, and play. OBE delivers products to a broad customer base of architects, glaziers, contractors, and developers serving diversified residential and commercial construction end-markets. With over 6,700 employees, we operate 82 manufacturing and...
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