Process Improvement and Training Manager - Thomasville, PA (Finance)

Job ID: 514544

Pennsy Supply is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 24,100 employees at 1,300 operating locations provide our customers with top-quality, innovative products and services.

Position Overview

The Process Improvement and Training Manager is responsible for identifying, developing, and implementing initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency within the plants. This role also leads the design and delivery of technical and operational training programs to ensure employees have the skills, knowledge, and tools to perform safely and efficiently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the highest standard of safety and quality in all aspects of the job and team. Be familiar with and follow the CRH Life Saving Rules in compliance with regulatory agencies, including but not limited to, ATF, DEP Mine Safety, DEP Air Quality, MSHA.

• Analyze current production processes for inefficiencies or bottlenecks and come up with solutions to implement.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for plant processes.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to throughput, quality, safety, and cost.
• Collaborate with Production and Maintenance teams to optimize equipment performance and reduce downtime.
• Develop, update, and deliver training programs for plant equipment, processes, and safety standards.
• Create and conduct skills gap assessments for plant personnel.
• Conducts and directs training of employees and motivates work force to accomplish both location and company objectives.
• Train supervisors and operators on new SOPs or process changes.
• Create visual aids, job aids, and hands-on demonstration materials to foster better learning.
• Partner with Safety and QC to ensure all improvements are in compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide timely updates on project progress, results, and challenges to the operational management team.
• Participate in plant staff meetings and management team meetings (as applicable), and on-call duties.
• Ability to fill in for supervisors when needed.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Performs other job-related duties as needed.
• Travel as necessary.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of industrial operations or related supervisory experience

• LEAN, Six Sigma, 5S experience a plus
• Familiarity with navigating federal, state and local regulations

Requirements

• Must submit to a drug screen and criminal background check.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

• Strong leadership and management skills. Individual must exhibit professional ability to deal with others and to create constructive working relationships and an overall positive working environment.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to work well under tight deadlines, assist in the resolution of technical problems, and manage ambiguous information effectively.
• Self-starter and able to take responsibly and initiative upon themselves.
• Ability to prioritize, schedule, and coordinate multiple activities and delegate activities to the workforce.
• Must be self-confident; make critical decisions on a timely basis; think outside the box and be proactive vs. reactive.
• Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to internal and external stakeholders.

• Able to work various times during day, night or weekend hours.

• May require the ability to climb ladders, lift heavy objects weighing up to fifty pounds, enter confined areas, and be exposed to extreme temperatures and dusty environments.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Pennsy Supply, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.