Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Operational Excellence Manager

Great opportunity to leverage your Lean Six Sigma Training to lead an Operational Excellence initiative for one of the largest Building Products Manufacturers.

Job Title: Operational Excellence Manager

Location: Houston, Texas, TX

Job Description:

Trussway is in the process of implementing TPS tools & systems into the manufacturing and supporting processes. The Operational Excellence Manager will be responsible for utilizing Lean Six Sigma expertise to lead the design & implementation of system improvements throughout the organization.

  • Manage the implementation of Trussway production system across the network – interfacing with executives and plant teams.
  • Train personnel in TPS elements and systems.
  • Support and train employees to create project charters; support teams to achieve objectives and KPIs.
  • Lead and/or train personnel to run Kaizen events on the shop floor and office. Implement Standardized Work Combination Tables, SMED, Kanban/pull, work content/ station design & line balance, performance management, Quality system, Safety, Information flow, TPM, man/machine separation.
  • Conduct facility audits – safety / quality / production system.
  • Develop organizational capability to support business growth by identifying and developing “A” players through the effective use of performance management and “top-grading” best practices.
  • Support development of an operating culture across the firm which is disciplined, accountable, and collaborative to achieve profitability and performance objectives.
  • Support achievement of annual business objectives through rigorous analysis, planning and project execution.
  • Lead efforts to implement sustainable, best practice business processes across the enterprise.
Job Requirements:
  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing with prior experience leading a program office with responsibility for simultaneous projects at multiple locations.
  • Ideally has a broad background in quality management, production, engineering and/or supply chain with safety management experience is a plus.
  • Building products/construction experience preferred
  • Candidates must possess:
    • A deep working knowledge of Toyota Production System with a demonstrated history of accomplishment in operational leadership and project execution in brown field operations with ability to scope, plan and administer projects.
    • A solid understanding of DMAIC method as part of a Lean Six Sigma deployment (e.g. Plant Assessments, Charters, DMAIC methods, Tollgate Reviews, Lean Steering Team, multi-site project management with a financial roll-up and resource management).
  • Candidates must be mature, thoughtful, articulate and comfortable with working one-on-one with both
    C-level (CEO, CFO, COO) and plant floor employees.
  • Candidates must demonstrate:
    • Strong business acumen; must be able to analyze trends and develop budgets.
    • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, writing and presentation skills.
    • Strategic thinking skills.
    • Ability to train others on Lean Six Sigma / Kaizen / Toyota Production System principles.
  • Candidates must have been responsible for developing and operating within a budget, and have a track record of improving business performance.
  • Candidates must be highly motivated, internally driven, able to work efficiently and willing to travel.
  • Ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

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