Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary Oldcastle APG’s Operations Performance Teams goal is to improve APG into a world-class manufacturing operation, driving financial improvement and employee satisfaction. The Operations Improvement Specialist is an integral role that supports all Operations Performance initiatives at the national level to maximize efficiencies. This role will assist the local facilities in understanding and achieving goals that will drive financial results along with employee satisfaction. The OIS is a full‑time hands‑on, dedicated influencer, focused on delivering Operations Performance Systems (OPS) and driving improvements across sites in each region. Every day is different and every day brings with it a new set of challenges. They will gain skills in personnel issues, finance, sales, special projects and proposals, as well as the daily operations of the manufacturing facility.
Job Location This is a remote opportunity that needs to be based near a major airport in the US.
Job Responsibilities
Rotate through various operations functions to include gaining knowledge of production activities, manufacturing processes, safety and quality programs, business development, and much more.
Work closely with Performance team, Site Managers, Operators, Maintenance Managers, and other leaders to gain understanding of needs and gaps in our plants and develop solutions and ensure sustainability across region
Ensure that the appropriate key metrics are in place at all levels of the organization
Manage the design and deployment of new continuous improvement processes and tools to improve operations productivity across all manufacturing locations.
Coach and manage team on implementation of tools and processes across sites
Drive the standardization of processes and the implementation of metrics and best practices
Communicate with local company leadership to ensure understanding, receive feedback and gain buy‑in
Stay current with new methods and technology available to support process improvement
Other duties as required
Follow DMAIC process to improve business profitability
Create and use dashboards and reporting tools to continually monitor performance, identify gaps and put action plans in place to improve. Work directly with site leadership to execute actions
Lead performance reviews, track actions, and drive improvement effort
Conduct frequent site visits and support continuous improvement efforts by enforcing the 5 Plant Fundamentals through audits
Implement and monitor OPS tools at local companies across initiatives
Assist sites in maintaining their maintenance programs by utilizing Maintenance Connection (CMMS) and the asset health monitoring system
Lead group training sessions on tools and best practices
Drive additional operations improvements projects locally including – but not limited to:
Problem‑solving local production/equipment challenges
Streamline site(s) processes – analyze each site, define the bottlenecks for each production line, build and execute a plan to increase production efficiency
Implement future OPS solutions yet to be developed
Job Requirements
Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time including some overnight stays
Very strong analytical skills - ability to analyze volumes of data, synthesize and communicate critical findings
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Construction, Engineering or equivalent work or Military experience
Communication skills that work with both a frontline manufacturing environment and an executive team
Leadership and/or managerial skills
Experience within the construction, building materials or related industry
Compensation
Base Salary range of $75,000 - $85,000 per year
Bonus opportunity
401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits
Life insurance
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, 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. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Job Summary Oldcastle APG’s Operations Performance Teams goal is to improve APG into a world-class manufacturing operation, driving financial improvement and employee satisfaction. The Operations Improvement Specialist is an integral role that supports all Operations Performance initiatives at the national level to maximize efficiencies. This role will assist the local facilities in understanding and achieving goals that will drive financial results along with employee satisfaction. The OIS is a full‑time hands‑on, dedicated influencer, focused on delivering Operations Performance Systems (OPS) and driving improvements across sites in each region. Every day is different and every day brings with it a new set of challenges. They will gain skills in personnel issues, finance, sales, special projects and proposals, as well as the daily operations of the manufacturing facility.
Job Location This is a remote opportunity that needs to be based near a major airport in the US.
Job Responsibilities
Rotate through various operations functions to include gaining knowledge of production activities, manufacturing processes, safety and quality programs, business development, and much more.
Work closely with Performance team, Site Managers, Operators, Maintenance Managers, and other leaders to gain understanding of needs and gaps in our plants and develop solutions and ensure sustainability across region
Ensure that the appropriate key metrics are in place at all levels of the organization
Manage the design and deployment of new continuous improvement processes and tools to improve operations productivity across all manufacturing locations.
Coach and manage team on implementation of tools and processes across sites
Drive the standardization of processes and the implementation of metrics and best practices
Communicate with local company leadership to ensure understanding, receive feedback and gain buy‑in
Stay current with new methods and technology available to support process improvement
Other duties as required
Follow DMAIC process to improve business profitability
Create and use dashboards and reporting tools to continually monitor performance, identify gaps and put action plans in place to improve. Work directly with site leadership to execute actions
Lead performance reviews, track actions, and drive improvement effort
Conduct frequent site visits and support continuous improvement efforts by enforcing the 5 Plant Fundamentals through audits
Implement and monitor OPS tools at local companies across initiatives
Assist sites in maintaining their maintenance programs by utilizing Maintenance Connection (CMMS) and the asset health monitoring system
Lead group training sessions on tools and best practices
Drive additional operations improvements projects locally including – but not limited to:
Problem‑solving local production/equipment challenges
Streamline site(s) processes – analyze each site, define the bottlenecks for each production line, build and execute a plan to increase production efficiency
Implement future OPS solutions yet to be developed
Job Requirements
Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time including some overnight stays
Very strong analytical skills - ability to analyze volumes of data, synthesize and communicate critical findings
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Construction, Engineering or equivalent work or Military experience
Communication skills that work with both a frontline manufacturing environment and an executive team
Leadership and/or managerial skills
Experience within the construction, building materials or related industry
Compensation
Base Salary range of $75,000 - $85,000 per year
Bonus opportunity
401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits
Life insurance
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, 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. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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