Operations Excellence Manager

3 days ago

Westbrook, United States Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Full time
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 Westbrook, ME facility isn’t just a job – it’s 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 OpEx Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing Continuous Improvement, Quality Management and Process Improvement activities to drive operational excellence.

Here’s What You’ll 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.
  • 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 working with operations to drive best practices that keep us on the forefront for quality in the industry.
  • 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
  • Develop and manage our site Maintenance Team and equipment installation projects
  • 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 KPI’s
Here’s What We’re Looking For
  • Experience working in a lean environment and leading lean activities
  • 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 prioritize 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 site
  • An uncompromising safety-first approach in the workplace. At OBE we have each other’s 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 distribution facilities in five countries.

If you want to help us build something great- we invite you to take the first step and apply today Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager for consideration. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest

OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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