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CRH's Americas Materials business is the leading provider of building materials in North America. The aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, paving and construction services we deliver are critical to building our world. Our operations span 45 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces with over 30,000 employees across 1,700 operating locations.

Reporting to the VP of Division Performance, the Aggregate Performance Improvement Manager provides leadership for operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives across aggregate operations spanning multiple states in the western United States. The role champions lean and problem-solving methodologies to drive operational excellence, cost leadership, margin improvement tactics (including commercial), local adoption and sustainability.

In addition, the Aggregate Performance Improvement Manager will be engaged in capability-building activities such as needs assessments, training, and/or coaching individuals or teams in areas of competency or skills relating to operational and commercial excellence. The role may include leading a small team when engaging the business.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Safety:

• Build and maintain trust, operate with integrity, be a role model for safe operation and a strong safety culture across Division and Americas Materials “AMAT” operations

Performance Assessments:

• Lead end-to-end performance assessments at assigned sites, including pre-visit diagnosis, on-site assessment, post-visit analysis and support in prioritization and implementation planning

Plant and Equipment Studies and Automation:

• Analyze and improve plant production efficiencies while maintaining product specification and quality.
• Assess work production and equipment performance to identify improvement opportunities

LOB Operations Performance and Cost Leadership:

• Optimize plant operations to meet sales demand in the most cost-effective manner, maximizing margin while maintaining safety and quality.

Production Planning and Target Setting:

• Align production planning with demand forecast, mine plan, and commercial strategy to maximize margin.
• Support plant-level production scheduling, aligned with demand forecast and margin targets

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with leadership and the commercial team to develop and sell the best-fit OpEx and value added strategy to meet customer demand.

Change Leadership and Site Sustainability:

• Lead change management initiatives by challenging the status quo and gaining commitment from senior leaders through frontline employees.

Training, Coaching and Development:

• Deliver effective training, mentoring, and coaching — both formal and informal — to enhance the skills of site leaders and frontline employees in applying the AMAT Performance Fundamentals and Tools.

Planning, Budgeting and Reporting:

• Support development of comprehensive operational budgets, including labor, materials, equipment, and overhead estimates.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• 5+ years operational experience in aggregates, leading teams, delivery progressive results
• Experience and proficiency in the aggregate-specific performance tools (e.g. AggFlow, PEAK, PRISM, B2W, DF3, etc.)
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Hands-on technical experience with plant systems, quality control, field application of automation and data collection
• Site assessments including reviewing and approving tactical implementation plans
• Training, coaching and mentoring with leadership and frontline
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong values and high standards of ethics, integrity and trust.
• Strong financial, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and project management skills.
• Business acumen in manufacturing, distribution and/or construction operations.
• Strong action orientation and drive for results.
• Strong oral/written communication, presentation and listening skills.
• The ability to deal with ambiguity and facilitate change.
• The ability to lead effective teams and develop direct reports.

Additional Requirements

• Travel 50% +/- within the western United States

Competencies

Continuous Improvement Managers should be highly skilled in a broad range of competencies that will ensure their ability to lead and facilitate actions to: identify opportunities, engage teams in designing and implementing solutions, and influencing critical stakeholders.  These competencies include:

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Cultivates Innovation
• Persuades
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Instills Trust
• Being Resilient
• Manages Ambiguity

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, e-mail communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• May require periodically lifting objects up to 30 lbs.
• Elements of the role with be field based, will require plant/field visits and assessments.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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!

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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