Job Description
Here are some of the great benefits that we offer :
- Competitive salary
- Company paid health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation
- 401K Plan with company match
- Opportunity for career stability and growth
- Tuition reimbursement program
Responsibilities
Lead the execution of continuous improvement projectsAssist in the identification, selection, and prioritization of opportunities to minimize cost, provide recommendations and / or deliver corresponding strategic solutions to support cost effectiveness and to enhance the stakeholder experience. This may include participating in evaluation of tools and utilities that boost productivity or improve processes.Assist with project identification, selection and prioritizationProvide training and coaching to front line leaders and other designated personnel in the use of continuous improvement tools and methodologyProvide coaching and mentoring to teams, process owners, sponsors, leaders, and individuals using defined tools and techniques that will help realize gains associated with process improvement.Lead, train, and coach employees at all levels on lean and extrusion processesProvides evaluation / analysis of current process state and existing business documentation.Conducts interviews to understand and document processes.Develops business process maps in conjunction with other supporting documentation and artifacts spanning multiple functional areas, including value stream maps, procedures, technical documentation, and training-based scenarios for both current state and future state processes.Documents business process flows using Visio-style diagramming and manages version control of changing process definitions.Creates process models, procedures, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to the business, and / or a project team.Identifies and presents process data, as well as workflow constraints, in a clear, concise manner to all levels of management.Performs detailed process analysis to drive the design, implementation, and management of optimized business processes.Participates in process improvement through stakeholder interviews and facilitated sessions with diverse groups to gather cross-functional issues and opportunities, recommending best practices as appropriate.Effectively manages change and conflict during process deployment.Research, reviews, and analyzes the effectiveness and efficiency of existing Business ProcessesContribute to the development of manufacturing strategy. Define the current condition of the facility to identify opportunities and create a target condition, with action plans to improve operational and financial results.Follow projects through from conception to completion, with a focus on meeting stated objectives.Maintain, compile, analyze, and report metrics of improvement projects.Identify, assess, facilitate, design, and coach implementation of CI methods, techniques, and procedures, including daily management, problem solving, TPM / OEE, 5S and visual management. Use these tools to lead and facilitate continuous improvement.Ensures a culture is in place that puts the safety and welfare of our employees ahead of all other goals.Facilitates successful kaizen, problem solving and rapid improvement process events with both internal and external consultants, customers and suppliers, with a major emphasis on locally focused improvement. Provides the support for all follow-throughs required to sustain the improvements established during the events.Provide a plant-wide framework for CI implementation and facilitate the execution of this strategy.Lead and coach others in determining specific measures of performance and productivity improvements. Provide training and consultative assistance for all levels of the organization.Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.Maintain full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conduct all activities in accordance with the Sierra Aluminum principals.Other duties as assignedEducation
Bachelor's degree in operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, or Business Management preferred.Qualifications
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to both develop solutions and identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Monitoring - Monitoring / Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective actionTeamwork - Job requires the ability to function as part of a small team, as well as the ability to work independently.Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.Strong financial literacy - Job requires the ability to drive P&L change in standard costing system through well thought out projects with appropriate ROI.Disciplined Execution - Job requires holding the Operations team accountable through daily execution to the plan. When required, he / she will need to be able to dive into details to ensure operational success.Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.Stress Tolerance - Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.Ability to develop lean and continuous improvement methodsExcellent verbal and written communication skills to technical and non-technical audiences of various levels in the organization, e.g., executive, management, individual contributorsExcellent training / presentation skills to educate the organization on new or updated processesWillingness to shares relevant technical, process, and / or industry knowledge and expertise to other resourcesExcellent analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, interpersonal, team building, negotiation, conflict management and time management skillsIs resourceful and proactive in gathering information and sharing ideasThe annual base salary range for this position is $93,000 - $121,220. If you are hired, your annual base pay will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and / or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base pay range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued wage growth.
At Sierra Aluminum we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and embracing a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is open and inclusive for everyone.
Samuel, Son & Co. U.S. Inc. / Sierra Aluminum provides equal opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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About Us
At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business - enabling us to build on over 167 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change - within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you're seeking an inclusive, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We're stronger together.
At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and embracing a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is open and inclusive for everyone.
Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.
About the Team
Sierra Aluminum is a vertically integrated aluminum extrusion mill providing standard, custom and OEM aluminum products that range from basic mill finished extrusions all the way to finished, fabricated shapes. With in-house value added services such as anodizing, painting, thermal improvement, fabrication and specialized packaging, we ensure consistent quality products delivered on time.
Salary : $93,000 - $121,220
