Lean Transformation & Capital Projects Manager

Oldcastle; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & disability

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

CRH Americas Building Products is seeking a manufacturing process improvement specialist to lead lean initiatives and capital projects across the Mountain West region. The role emphasizes profitability, throughput, and quality, working with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS.

The position is onsite near Chandler, AZ, with substantial travel (75-90%) between AZ, UT, and ID, and requires self-motivation to operate in a decentralized, matrixed environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience ideally in precast.
• In depth knowledge and practical experience applying lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Quality control/maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Track record of achieving positive results using lean manufacturing techniques.
• Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, ERP/MRP systems and project management tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate and improve production methods utilizing lean tools, knowledge of product design, materials and parts, tooling and production equipment capabilities, process methods, and quality control standards.
• Help identify opportunities for significant improvement at Regional locations by working with operations and/or sales teams to understand opportunities to apply lean process improvement initiatives and/or capital investment to improve profitability and competitive advantage.
• Provide oversight and guidance, planning, training and mentoring to plant‑level teams executing lean process improvement activities.
• Drive manufacturing process change through active hands‑on communication and coordination with plant‑level teams.
• Optimize plant layout and flow to reduce inefficiencies and reduce costs.
• Oversee and lead plant improvement workshops to identify, diagnose and address bottlenecks and inefficiencies in production processes.
• Provide training on kaizen, 5S and lean tools and techniques.
• Provide follow‑up and tracking to ensure identified improvement opportunities are completed as planned.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CRH Americas Building Products is seeking a manufacturing process improvement specialist to lead lean initiatives and capital projects across the Mountain West region. The role emphasizes profitability, throughput, and quality, working with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS.

The position is onsite near Chandler, AZ, with substantial travel (75-90%) between AZ, UT, and ID, and requires self-motivation to operate in a decentralized, matrixed environment.