Night Shift Process Improvement Technician

at OLDCASTLE APG, INC. in; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, INC. is seeking a Night Shift Machine Operator to drive continuous improvement in our construction manufacturing facility in Denton, TX.

You will lead process optimization, standardize procedures, and support product line expansions while partnering with operations, engineering, and quality teams. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and data-driven decision making, with opportunities to train staff and implement Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Ability to perform time studies and process analysis.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the facility to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
• Identify process inefficiencies, bottlenecks, waste, and operational constraints; develop and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead and support site improvement projects from concept through implementation, including tracking results and sustaining gains.
• Conduct cycle time studies, workflow analysis, labor utilization reviews, and process mapping activities to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, create, revision, and maintain SOPs, VOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Evaluate facility layout, material flow, storage methods, and workplace organization; recommend improvements to optimize efficiency and space utilization.
• Support new product introductions and product line expansions through process development, equipment evaluations, workflow planning, and documentation creation.
• Collect, analyze, and report operational data to support decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Troubleshoot production and process-related issues and collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to implement sustainable solutions.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity concerns.
• Support engineering and quality functions with process validation activities, material evaluations, and specification compliance reviews.
• Collaborate with Operations Supervisors and Plant Management to reduce process variation and improve overall operational performance.
• Facilitate Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement activities as directed.
• Maintain a strong focus on workplace safety, housekeeping, quality standards, and operational excellence.
• Monitor implemented improvements to verify effectiveness and identify additional optimization opportunities.
• Assist in evaluating new equipment, tooling, automation, and technologies that support operational growth and efficiency.
• Train employees on new processes, procedures, and improvement initiatives as required.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

5S

Time Studies

Excel

Data Analysis

Technical Writing

Communication

Cross-functional Collaboration

Multi-project Management

Lifting 40 lbs

Job description

Oldcastle APG, INC. is seeking a Night Shift Machine Operator to drive continuous improvement in our construction manufacturing facility in Denton, TX.

You will lead process optimization, standardize procedures, and support product line expansions while partnering with operations, engineering, and quality teams. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and data-driven decision making, with opportunities to train staff and implement Lean initiatives.