Value Stream Improvement Champion Job
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI) has a job opportunity for a Value Stream Improvement Champion to be located in Pensacola, FL. The Value Stream Improvement Champion will have the technical expertise to initiate and lead significant process improvement activities, including, but not limited to, changes involving mechanical, electrical, chemical and human elements. Additionally, the successful incumbent will have the leadership abilities to assist the Value Stream Manager in acting as a catalyst and leader for significant organizational transformation.
What's in it for you!
- Be a trusted partner to the business
- Networking and Relationship Building
- Ability to be innovative and strategic
- Dedicated training and development to help you grow in your role and beyond
- Collaboration and an open friendly team environment
What you will do
Identifying and executing projects in the Value Stream or plant wide including identifying improvement opportunities, understanding current projects, determining needed resources and procuring those resourcesAligning the kaizen events and hoshin projects with Value Stream / Plant results.Leading Kaizen events identify team members, prepare agenda, conduct training, implement improvements, create and track measures, and actionsEnsuring accountability is maintained for MDI (managing for daily improvement), KPIs, and Standard Work are effective in achieving desired resultsBuilding relationships with all production and support staff team members to understand the ongoing operational issuesOrganizing and analyzing data sets that outline the systemic improvement opportunitiesUtilizing technical expertise and leadership skills to identify, initiate and implement significant process improvement activities.Providing systems based experience and thinking which allow the operation to transform from a task based culture to a system based cultureCoordinating with value stream leadership on improvements, root cause elimination, and sustainability effortsServing as back up to Value Stream ManagerWhat will make you successful
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in lieu of a degreeStrong leadership, facilitation and meeting management skillsExperience solving complex, multi-variable problems and implementing sustainable root-cause countermeasuresAbility to lead self-directed initiatives, both independently and as a small team leaderDemonstrate effective interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization to address conflicts, resolve upset conditions, and facilitate behavioral changeEffective communication, writing, presentation, and data organization skills.Ability to effectively learn and execute basic continuous improvement tools such as : 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Poka-Yoke, Standard Work, Yokoten, Agile Methodology, Six Sigma and KaizenDemonstration of strong project management and facilitation capabilitiesStatistical process control and data analysis skillsComputer proficiency in Microsoft software with basic skills in statistical softwareAbility to pull and work with data sets from multiple sources including production systems (Data Historian), quality systems, and financial / maintenance systems (SAP) to identify opportunities and accurately assess situationsWhat will make you stand out
Bachelor's Degree in technical field5+ years required of manufacturing, maintenance or engineering, and plant experienceLine management and / or first line supervision experienceLean Certification from reputable organization or certifying bodySignificant experience working within a Lean cultureGreen Belt CertificationExperience working with maintenance and shop floor employeesContinuous flow manufacturing experienceWhy should you join Armstrong World Industries?
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.
At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.
Our Sustainability Ambition
Bringing our Purpose to Life - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow. We are committed to :
Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforceTransforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planetPursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and playBeing a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholdersMaking a positive difference in the environments and communities we impactArmstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.