VP of Operations - Little Rock, AR

Job ID : 496817

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside.

Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge.

• The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing;
• Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes;

plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.

Job Summary

The Vice President of Operations will oversee multiple Ash Grove Packaging manufacturing sites. Based in Little Rock, AR and reporting to the President of Ash Grove Packaging, this role requires significant autonomy and a thorough understanding of the business.

It will provide oversight in establishing objectives and performance standards with a focus on continuous improvement while strategically positioning the business for the future state.

The Vice President of Operations will provide leadership direction and mentoring of the operational site leaders for daily operations related to employee safety, product quality, production efficiency, preventative maintenance, capital improvement and regulatory compliance.

• Build and develop leadership teams using a supportive and collaborative approach; championing employee development to drive continuous improvement at all levels.
• Relates well with individuals at all levels of the organization, builds appropriate rapport, establishes constructive and effective relationships.
• Effectively develops talent for current and future roles in an organization of over 100 direct / indirect reports.
• Collaborates with functional leadership in sales and customer service to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while providing expertise and guidance on operational strategy.
• Establish objectives and provide guidance to maintain and improve plant efficiencies.
• Develop methods and procedures to help reduce manufacturing costs and costs of related services within plants and assigned region while delivering best in class quality.
• Research and implement manufacturing best practices, through study of industry and sister companies.
• Develop / Implement annual / monthly goals into meaningful plant metrics & communicate goals and results to direct reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, Engineering or related field and 5+ years’ experience in Operations Management or a combination of education and experience to meet requirements .
• Prior experience managing multi-site operations .
• Strong background in maintenance withan understanding of processes andequipment
• Prior related industry experience is preferred but not required .
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills .
• Ability to travel between facilities up to 50% .

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

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 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.

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Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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