Production Associate

Holcim Ltd.; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid time off including 12 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading construction company is looking for a Production Associate in Saginaw, MI. The role involves manufacturing high-quality roofing products, implementing Lean Manufacturing techniques, and conducting studies for process improvements. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor’s Degree and at least 5 years of continuous improvement experience. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses and retirement savings options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related.
• 5 years experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in conducting detailed cost-benefit analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high quality roofing products free of defects.
• Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Conduct time/delay studies and lead Kaizen events.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing techniques

Time/delay studies

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Minitab

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Description

Production Associate

ABOUT THE ROLE

Duro-Last Roofing, the world’s largest manufacturer of prefabricated roofing systems, has an opening for a Production Associate at the company’s headquarters in Saginaw, Michigan. The Production Associate’s primary goal is to manufacture high quality products, free of defects, and to also fulfill customers’ needs and expectations. This is a full-time, hourly based position with an additional potential safety bonus. The position will report to the Plant Supervisor.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Create, implement and/or assist in Lean Manufacturing techniques including: Standardized work instructions
• Operator balance, manning levels, indirect labor studies
• Plant material flow and layouts
• Quick die change/changeover reduction
• Downtime pareto analysis
• A3 Problem Solving techniques including root cause and 5-why analysis
• Visual factory tools to communicate shop performance
• Audit Systems
• Lead Kaizen events
• Conduct time/delay studies on machines and operators
• Assist in development of plant operational metrics
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, Manufacturing)
• Five years continuous improvement experience (Kaizen Events, Value Stream Mapping, Problem Solving experience, etc.)
• Proficient in time/delay studies
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Minitab
• Experience in preparing detailed cost benefit analysis reports to support project requests
• Experience in preparing / processing of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing techniques

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary & Bonus Incentive
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off including 12 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program

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At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We\'re seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.