What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operational Excellence Specialist-Mining position at Peckham Industries, Inc.?
Job Summary
The Operational Excellence Specialist will work closely with the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Operational Excellence to support the Materials organization in analyzing and optimizing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. This role will assist in evaluating current processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes to drive operational excellence. As a proactive learner and team player, the Operational Excellence Specialist will collaborate with the Materials team to contribute to business success and develop skills in process improvement and project management.
Essential Functions
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Travel
Position may require up to 50% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Medium Work; with limited manual type work. Exerting up to 50lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs of force more frequently, and/or up to 10lbs of force constantly to move objects. This position works both in an office setting and in the field on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion.
Values
At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth and we believe will pave the way for future success.
The Operational Excellence Specialist will work closely with the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Operational Excellence to support the Materials organization in analyzing and optimizing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. This role will assist in evaluating current processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes to drive operational excellence. As a proactive learner and team player, the Operational Excellence Specialist will collaborate with the Materials team to contribute to business success and develop skills in process improvement and project management.
Essential Functions
- Mastery. Assist in developing and maintaining preventative maintenance plans for equipment and systems to ensure their reliability and safety.
- Innovation. Learn to analyze processes, workflows, and procedures to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Help gather and analyze data to assess process performance and support recommendations for changes.
- Determined. Participate in process improvement projects, support training sessions, and learn from experienced team members to help promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Respect and engage. Work closely with different departments—including operations, production, quality control, and management—to support process improvement efforts and align them with company goals. Participate in training workshops to learn about new processes, safety protocols, and best practices.
- Results matter. Assist in maintaining detailed documentation of process changes, maintenance schedules, and improvements while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Measurement. Support monitoring project budgets and assist in preparing cost-benefit analyses for proposed improvements.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (e.g., Mining, Industrial, Mechanical) or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
- Curiosity to learn and apply new concepts.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic Knowledge of data analysis and process improvement techniques is a plus.
- Proficient in other Microsoft Office programs
- Ability to communicate in verbal and written English language
- Valid Driver’s License
- Legal right to work in the U.S.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Travel
Position may require up to 50% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout the state of New York, and New England based on the needs of the business.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Medium Work; with limited manual type work. Exerting up to 50lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs of force more frequently, and/or up to 10lbs of force constantly to move objects. This position works both in an office setting and in the field on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion.
Values
At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth and we believe will pave the way for future success.
