JOB SUMMARY:

The Director, Operational Excellence will lead strategic initiatives to drive operational excellence across National Gypsum Company. This role involves developing and executing comprehensive strategies, leading continuous improvement efforts, and ensuring the stability and efficiency of manufacturing operations. The Director will report directly to the VP Operations and collaborate closely with senior leadership.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive):

Leadership and coaching on safety and our safety culture:

• Safety is our core value. Lead Corporate Safety Director and network of Safety professionals across the company to actively promote and support safety programs and policies. Ensure that safety is a top priority in all operations and decision-making processes. Lead by example to demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment.

Operations strategic leadership:

• In conjunction with senior leadership, drive strategical operational excellence across our network of factories and quarries in alignment with our Company’s strategic goals.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for implementing the operations roadmap.

• Plan, design, and deliver predictable and measurable standard work procedures.

• Collaborate with cross functional teams on strategic planning and data-driven decision-making.

Drive continuous improvement:

• Lead initiatives to improve business results and meet customer requirements.

• Identify and implement process improvements and best practices to enhance efficiency.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimize processes.

• Establish and monitor performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement.

• Apply lean principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

• Lead the implementation and development of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.

Own the manufacturing stability playbook and drive compliance:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and plant managers to identify and prioritize strategic projects that make improvements through observation and feedback. (Kaizen).

• Ensure that all operational processes adhere to regulatory standards and compliance.

• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve operational performance.

Lead and develop our operations leadership team:

• Provide overall leadership for Operational Excellence and mentor key contributors.

• Conduct employee performance evaluations and implement training programs.

• Work with Regional Manufacturing Managers to identify and develop the succession of Plant Managers and other operational management roles.

Act as a key member of the capital budgeting and strategy process:

• Build capital strategic plans aligned with Company Strategies and Goals.

• Manage budgets and resource allocation across multi-site plant facilities.

Champion National Gypsum’s change management culture:

• Lead change efforts for adopting new behaviors, systems and processes that adopt an industrial engineering mindset for driving performance improvements.

• Facilitate collaboration across departments to maintain smooth workflows.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 10-15 years in senior operational excellence, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement role. Must have a demonstrated track record of delivering productivity, machine efficiency and development of operational leadership teams in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with industry specific regulatory requirements.

• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership, team management and interpersonal skills. Foster a culture of excellence.

• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Results oriented with a strong focus on achieving measurable outcomes.

• Communication Skills: Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Relocation assistance eligible.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits to include:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401(k) with employer match

• Retirement Account

• Parental Leave

• Fertility Services

• Adoption Assistance

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible spending accounts

• Wellness Program with medical premium incentives

• And more…

-COVID Vaccine Personal Choice Employer

-Interested / Qualified candidates, please apply online

-No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please

-Employment ready applicants only.

COMPANY INFORMATION:

National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® brands. The National Gypsum name – through its Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® product lines – has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.

For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry’s best, most reliable building products, resources and services. We are Building Products for a Better Future® one project at a time.

National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication.

Our corporate entities include: NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.

HIRING ENTITY: National Gypsum Service, inc.

The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position. The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.

All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including: NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc , are Equal Opportunity Employers. Please visit www.nationalgypsum.com to view all of our exciting employment opportunities. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre-employment drug screening is required. All companies participate in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. www.dhs.gov/e-verify.

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