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Position: Supply Chain Excellence Engineer

Work Location:

• Start in Greer, SC for training

• End of 2026/Early 2027 this person will transfer to Toledo, OH

Knowledge / Qualification

• Master of Engineering degree
• Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, VSM…)
• Process Mapping & Flow Optimization
• Supply Chain & Logistics Knowledge (especially internal flows, material handling, and inventory management)
• Data Analysis & Problem Solving (Excel, Power BI, or similar tools)
• Project Management

Previous Experience

• Experience 10+ years in Automotive Supply Chain Operations (Internal flows especially, external flows also appreciated) and Lean Manufacturing thinking in supply chain practices and improvement projects.
• Internal material part distribution with information flows for kitting and kanban along with practical flow technologies such as small train, & AMR’s.

Key Behavioural Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Communication & influence
• Collaboration
• Change management
• Autonomy & initiative
• Adaptability
• Customer orientation

Missions

• Target, challenge and support manufacturing plants to achieve best-in-class performance for Internal flows: Material Handling, Surfaces, WIP stocks, Storage CAPEX
• Create and update best in class internal flows engineering Standards.
• Pilot Internal Logistics strategy transformation projects.
• Develop skills of Supply Chain Engineers, MPMs and APMs
• Organize benchmarks internally and externally
• Drive technological innovation

KPI and/or Main Deliverables

• WIP stocks level by value and stock days
• Material Handling efficiency (MOD/part delivered)
• Logistics surfaces efficiency (m2/part managed)
• Storage means CAPEX
• Use supply chain key performance indicators. assess efficiency and identify improvement potential

Activities

• Promote safety culture, ensure safety policies are understood and respected.
• Organize internal and external benchmarking to identify best practices and Technological Innovation.
• Design and develop best in class solutions for:
• Storage Means (Hanging Shopstock, WIP trolley, Racks, Transtocker, Warehouse, …)
• Automated Transport (Tow AGV, lift AGV, Forklift AGV, …)
• IT Tools (WMS, Material Call, E‑Kanban, …)
• Material Handling organization (Kitting, Direct Feeding, …)
• Create and update all internal flows engineering Standards for application in Operations & Engineering.
• Deliver training and share / transfer best practices to the Supply Chain Community.
• Lead VSM/MIFD workshops in plants and integrate actions to improve plant layout & flows.
• Transformation to improve performance and prepare for future projects
• Provide strategic inputs and direction for complex quotation phases.
• Support Project Teams to define and develop best‑in‑class supply‑chain internal flow Organization.

Hi Rameez here from Beaconfire. I hope you're doing well! We’re currently hiring for an exciting MERN/MEAN Developer role, and I wanted to reach out to see if you or someone in your network might be interested. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-impact projects using modern technologies in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

About the Company

BeaconFire is based in Central NJ, specializing in Software Development, Web Development, and Business Intelligence; looking for candidates with a strong background in Software Engineering or Computer Science for a Python/Node Developer position.

About the Role

The role involves developing websites and writing scalable, secure, maintainable code while collaborating with team members to achieve project goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop websites using HTML, CSS, Node.js, React.js, and Angular2+, among other tools;
• Write scalable, secure, maintainable code that powers our clients’ platforms;
• Create, deploy, and maintain automated system tests;
• Work with Testers to understand defects opened and resolves them in a timely manner;
• Supports continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and presenting these for architectural review;
• Collaborate effectively with other team members to accomplish shared user story and sprint goals;
• Invest time in constant professional development to stay up to date with new technological development and programming languages;
• Discover and fix programming bugs;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proficient understanding of HTML and CSS;
• Experience in programming language JavaScript or similar (e.g. Java, Python, C, C++, C#, etc.) and understanding of the software development life cycle;
• Basic knowledge of code versioning (e.g. Git, SVN);
• A passion for coding pixel perfect web pages;
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Skills

• Proficient understanding of HTML and CSS;
• Experience in programming language JavaScript or similar (e.g. Java, Python, C, C++, C#, etc.) and understanding of the software development life cycle;
• A passion for coding pixel perfect web pages;
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related fields;
• 0-1 year of practical experience in JavaScript coding;
• Familiarity with at least one JavaScript framework (Angular2+, React.js, Express.js);
• Experience with unit and integration testing of code, with an understanding of JavaScript testing frameworks like Jasmine, Cucumber, Mocha, and Karma;
• Experience providing REST/SOAP APIs for user interface consumption;
• Experience working within an Agile development methodology Scrum.

BeaconFire is an E-verified company and provides equal employment opportunities (visa sponsorship provided).

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Power Flame Inc., an Astec Industries, Inc. company is an innovative and forward-thinking manufacturer of burners and combustion control systems for commercial, industrial, and process applications. Our products share environmentally conscious designs and are crafted from quality materials by our expert staff of dedicated professionals. Power Flame is a subsidiary of Astec Industries, Inc.

Astec Industries, Inc mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

Location: This is an onsite position at our Power Flame location in Parsons, KS. Corporate relocation assistance available.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Operational Excellence Leader at our manufacturing site in Parsons, Kansas, plays a critical role in driving the Power Flame Inc Lean Systems throughout the organization. This leader is responsible for advancing strategy deployment, implementing lean methodologies, and aligning plant-level initiatives with corporate strategic goals. The role reports to the General Manager and the Astec corporate team to ensure cohesion in strategy and execution.

KEY ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the deployment of the Hoshin Kanri strategy framework at the plant and Power Flame business unit level to ensure alignment with corporate goals and initiatives.
• Plan and facilitate cross-functional Kaizen events that drive measurable improvements across manufacturing, sales, and support functions.
• Implement core Lean Systems and tools such as 5S, standard work, visual management, value stream mapping, TPM, and continuous flow to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Champion and oversee the deployment of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), including the implementation of pillars like autonomous maintenance, planned maintenance, quality maintenance, and early equipment management.
• Design and deliver structured Lean and TPM training programs that teach tools, principles, and cultural behaviors across all organizational levels, ensuring understanding and practical application.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across both shop floor and office operations, supporting functional leaders in achieving performance targets.
• Coach and mentor employees and leaders in structured problem-solving methods such as A3 thinking to build capability and foster ownership.
• Act as a hands-on liaison between the site and corporate teams, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across all improvement initiatives.
• Support capital investment planning by conducting ROI analysis and evaluating the operational impact of proposed projects.
• Develop and maintain True North Boards and PQVC (People, Quality, Velocity, Cost) dashboards to ensure performance visibility and alignment with business objectives.
• Integrate Lean thinking into onboarding and leadership development programs to reinforce a culture of continuous improvement from day one.
• Build internal problem-solving capability by coaching teams to sustain gains and independently lead improvement efforts.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment sessions to identify priorities, remove barriers, and foster collaboration across departments.
• Collaborate with corporate leadership to align operational improvements with business growth strategies, including capacity expansion and new product introductions.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOUR EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES ARE:

• Extensive experience in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement, with a demonstrated ability to implement and sustain long-term improvements across various business functions.
• A proven track record of leading and facilitating Kaizen events that deliver measurable results in manufacturing, engineering, sales, service, and administrative processes.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen to align day-to-day actions with long-term organizational goals and growth plans.
• Exceptional coaching, teaching, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage, educate, and empower employees at all levels—from shop floor operators to executive leadership.
• Hands-on knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and its key pillars, as well as experience applying PQVC metrics, True North Boards, A3 problem-solving, and X-Matrix frameworks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building trust and alignment across cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities, with proficiency in performance measurement and root cause analysis.
• Self-motivation and initiative, with the ability to work independently while collaborating with teams across functions and levels.
• A continuous improvement mindset, consistently seeking ways to improve processes, culture, and results while modeling Astec Industries, Inc.’s core values.

SUPERVISOR AND LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS

• Report to the General Manager, Parsons Facility, with a functional relationship to the Director of Operational Excellence.
• Act as a trusted partner and strategic advisor on lean transformation efforts.
• Lead by example on the shop floor and in office settings.
• Deliver periodic updates to corporate leadership regarding initiative progress, risks, and opportunities.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec Industries, Inc. embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

The Nurse Leader (NL) is a licensed registered nurse (RN) accountable for leading, managing & advancing people, processes & / or programs that support direct or indirect patient care.  The NL promotes & advocates for patients, nurses / colleagues & the practice of nursing as defined by clinical area(s) of expertise & assignment. This role will support the MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center’s OR, Sterile Processing, PACU, PAT, ASU, Infusion Services, Pain Clinic, and Outpatient Services.

Provides operations & / or optimization leadership to professional & / or frontline staff, supervisors & / or managers; Retains accountability for staff coordination, training, hiring, performance, regulatory compliance & results of assigned department(s); Develops departmental plans, including organizational priorities; Controls resources, effectiveness & policy formation in area of responsibility; Collaborates with larger teams of health professionals to plan for long-term patient care needs. 

• Operations-focus: Directly manages department(s) / service line; Decisions are guided by resource availability as informed by operational need, functional objectives & clinical drivers of department; Responsible for driving outcomes through the daily management of resources; Primarily patient facing 

• Optimization-focus (advance, improve, enhance, leverage): Manages indirect or patient care department / program; Priorities are guided by the operational & clinical needs of patient care areas; Develops plans in concert with Nursing Operations Managers in support of the department functional objectives & clinical drivers where support is assigned.  

SCHEDULE

• Full time, 40 hours per week

• Salary Exempt

• 8 hour shifts

• Monday - Friday

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Nurse Manager of Perioperative Services:

• Upholds and models Trinity Health and MercyOne’s Mission, Vision, and Values in all actions and decisions.

• Ensures safe, evidence‑based, high‑quality perioperative nursing practice using the full nursing process.

• Provides transformational leadership to develop, mentor, and support the perioperative team.

• Manages operations, staffing, resources, and financial stewardship to achieve performance and quality outcomes.

• Promotes a healing, culturally respectful, patient‑centered environment.

• Fosters colleague well‑being, continuous learning, teamwork, and a positive work culture.

• Communicates clearly, listens authentically, and builds trusting relationships with staff, patients, and families.

• Maintains knowledge of and ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and bachelor’s degree is required.

• BSN required. Master’s degree is preferred.

• Current Iowa RN license, at least two (2) years of relevant clinical nursing experience is required.

• Two (2) years of OR experience.

• Relevant supervisory experience is preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required within three (3) months of hire.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter for both Child and Dependent Adult Abuse, ACLS training is required within six (6) months of hire.

• Specialty practice certification is preferred.

• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health and MercyOne.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to set and organize own work priorities, and adapt to them as they change frequently. Must be able to work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.

• Must be able to travel to the various MercyOne/Trinity Health sites as needed.

• Must possess the ability to comply with MercyOne and Trinity Health policies and procedures.

• Must be able to lift, bend, sit, stand, push, pull and carry objects of various weight.

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS

 We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:   

• Wellness programs  

• Education reimbursement  

• Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision  

• Paid time off  (drop in plan)

• Long- and short-term leave  

• Retirement planning  (403b with employer match)

• Life insurance coverage  

All benefits start day 1 with no waiting period!

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments: 

• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center 

• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation 

• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation 

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa. 

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

About The Position

The Operations Program Manager will lead a PMO project management team, ensuring the successful execution of site efficiency programs across several manufacturing facilities at Astec. The project team is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing manufacturing projects, capital expenditures, and facility efficiency initiatives. The incumbent will assist our facility business partners in defining a strategic roadmap of 3-5 years. The Operations Program Manager will also effectively monitor and present program updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members. Responsible to coach, mentor, and supervise the PMO coordinators and specialists in daily assignments and activities and ensure that professional program management techniques and tools are used to manage programs and projects.

Key Deliverables

• Architect and oversee the multi-site project portfolio to ensure 100% alignment with the Infrastructure Solutions (IS) strategic roadmap and ROI targets.
• Establish and enforce rigorous portfolio governance standards to ensure data integrity across all budget, resource, and schedule reporting.
• Maintain absolute control over "Planned" data (budget and ROI projections) to ensure the PMO remains the single source of truth and prevents unauthorized data manipulation by decentralized leads.
• Serve as the primary change agent for project management maturity, driving process adoption within a high-speed manufacturing culture.
• Synthesize complex project data into actionable program-level insights for the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and site business partners.
• Direct the hiring, performance lifecycle, and professional growth of a high-performing project management team.
• Foster a collaborative environment with Engineering, Operations, and external vendors to de-risk complex facility efficiency programs.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of project managers and coordinators.
• Oversee the project management team portfolio to ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Prepare and present program-level reporting and dashboards for upper management.
• Analyze current project management processes and identify areas for improvement to enhance enterprise maturity.
• Implement new procedures and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work closely with engineering teams, Astec representatives, vendors, and various internal departments to achieve program goals.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide continuous feedback to team members.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• Experience leading a portfolio of projects with a combined value exceeding $10M in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• 7–10 years of end-to-end project management experience with a proven track record of managing direct reports.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate high-stakes planning workshops and steer cross-functional matrixed teams.
• Proficiency in Project Management Software (e.g., Project Insight, Asana, Microsoft Project, etc.) and the Microsoft 365 suite.
• Professional certification such as PMP, PgMP, or PfMP is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or higher or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

Required

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

Travel Requirements: 20–25% domestic and international travel

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of injury in an office environment and occasionally a manufacturing shop plant environment. Duties include a typical office setting including extensive computer work, sitting or standing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

Experience working in a High-Performance Work System is a must have requirement as a Continuous Improvement Manager or Operational Excellence Manager.

The position provides strategic leadership for Continuous Improvement (CI) and capabilities processes and teams at the manufacturing site. This position is responsible to provide leadership to embed a manufacturing excellence and change management mindset. They will also develop capability and a learning culture through Training 4 Excellence (T4E) standards and processes and drive cost savings and process improvements using various tools and techniques such as Operational Excellence (OPEX) and Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and Fuel to Grow (F2G), while fostering a strong, people first culture for the site. This position plays a critical role in developing and cascading Regional Improvement strategy, defining metrics, and leveraging influential skills to sponsor cost savings initiatives and efficiencies. Leadership responsibilities include: Change management, Digital Transformation, Cost savings, and Training teams.

In this role, you will:

Safety:

• Implement loss control throughout the organization by visibly demonstrating that safety is embraced as a value.
• Support and Champion safety in your manufacturing site and team by driving educational and behavioral processes through the application of OPEX, LSS and T4E tools.
• Lead your team to complete safety objectives and ensure a safe working environment.

Quality:

• Champion and support Continuous Improvement and T4E programs and processes as the way to deliver quality and process capability improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

People:

• Focus on Organizational Transformation and Culture:
• Manage teams in accordance with the principles and tenets of the plant’s High Performance Work System and expected K-C Values: We Care, We Own, We Act and Ways of Working: Focus on Consumers, Play to Win, Move Fast and Grow our People.
• Manage, develop, and support direct reports (T4E Leader, Digital Manufacturing Leader) to lead changes and developments throughout the site and within each function.

Lead your site’s organization to:

• Develop and execute an overall site plan that aligns to the regional strategy to drive a cultural transformation, increasing the engagement and enablement of all team members.
• Build capability of the asset teams to help lead and manage organizational transformations
• Incorporate organizational transformation thinking into your team’s processes and tools, including leveraging Digital Manufacturing resources
• Provide high-level planning with the oversight and/or hands-on execution of the four key areas of Change Management related to site specific initiatives
• Prepare the Change: Build strong partnerships, consult with leadership, demonstrate empathy, and collaborate on success criteria and KPI progress.
• Manage the Change: Develop change plan roadmaps, communication, and capability building plans. Identify and escalate issues, solicit feedback, and support project teams with gap analysis and business process discussions.
• Lead Change Enablement: Manage change networks, ensure participant engagement, and develop and deliver relevant updates.
• Reinforce the Change: Develop long-term strategies, address resistance, and continuously monitor and adjust the change process.

Delivery:

• Provide strategy to build capability of all team members at the site through the Training 4 Excellence program:
• Provide leadership support to your T4E leader in their efforts to develop, facilitate and manage the site’s training strategies aligned to the regional strategy, including providing support to the plant On-the-Job system skill trainers.
• Ensure respective team members are active participants in regional networks in the areas they support, sharing learnings and adopting and applying one best way standards and process.
• Ensure collaboration between T4E and Digital Manufacturing to drive training and usage throughout the site.

Delivery:

• Provide strategic direction to drive Continuous Improvement, using standard tools and processes, across all functions in the site:
• Provide Strategic leadership for site’s CI programs and efforts.
• Reinforce the iOPEX processes and tools to ensure sustainability of the iOPEX program.
• Build capability and leadership throughout the plant to reinforce commitment to standards and centerlining, returning out of standard/red conditions to green and problem solving
• Ensure standardization through CI and Culture of Accountability (CoA) practices
• Provide continuous feedback to leadership team, consistent with OPEX mindsets, Ways of Working and the plants HPWS principles and culture.
• Facilitate, promote, and support Lean cultural development Identify and drive transformation that is inclusive of front-line and support organizations
• Provide education on Lean tools, processes and thinking at your site
• Ensure consistent application of regional framework standards for management systems and processes.
• Drives the strategic planning processes for the site including development, communication, and follow-up of all strategic activity for the site.
• Leverage Digital Manufacturing and Change Management to embed these tools and processes into the workforce culture.

The Opportunity

UCF Faculty Excellence is committed to supporting and strengthening faculty through recruitment, development, and retention of outstanding scholars and educators.

Faculty Excellence promotes the growth of academic leaders through professional development opportunities and institutional policies designed to strengthen our collective faculty who advance UCF's mission of discovery, learning, and engagement. We believe a great university is built by great faculty.

The Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs seeks applications for the position of Vice Provost for Faculty Excellence, with an anticipated start date in Summer 2026. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Vice Provost serves as the senior advisor to the Provost on faculty affairs. This individual will lead faculty development programs, including new faculty and leadership development, the Faculty Fellowship Program, the Karen L. Smith Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, and UCF's COACHE survey initiative.

The Vice Provost will lead the coordination with university stakeholders on processes and documents related to faculty promotion and tenure, post-tenure review, as well as the Annual Evaluation Standards and Procedures (AESP) criteria.

The position will collaborate with deans, administrators, faculty and staff across UCF's 12 colleges and other academic administrative units to advance faculty excellence.

Bright minds are solving the world's greatest problems right here at UCF. It is one of the reasons we are positioned to become the world's leading public metropolitan university. To achieve this vision, we continuously work to bring together thinkers, doers and creators who deliver high-quality education and industry-leading research that transforms lives. The impact of ourinnovative faculty researchand teaching excellence extends far beyond our campuses, unleashing a ripple effect that benefits our region, nation and world. From the interesting and heartwarming to the ground-breaking and life-changing, our research initiatives are helping change the trajectory of the future.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. or terminal degree from an accredited institution; distinguished record of accomplishment meriting appointment at the rank of tenured professor; and a minimum of five years of experience in academic leadership in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, ensuring buy-in from university stakeholders

  
  

• Experience developing and mentoring faculty

  
  

• A history of implementing faculty success initiatives

  
  

• A record of data-informed decision-making

  
  

• A record of strong collaboration and leadership across colleges, academic departments, and central support units.

  
  

• Experience supervising promotion and tenure and post-tenure review processes.

  
  

• Experience presenting and interacting with governance and/or alumni boards.

  
  

• The ability to proactively anticipate state and national trends in higher education and respond accordingly.

  
  

• Experience developing and implementing policies at the department, college, and/or university level.

  
  

• Demonstrated experience working through shared governance to advance strategic initiatives.

  
  

Additional Application Materials Required:

Applications, nominations, and inquiries should be directed to the search rm contact listed below. Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is lled. While applications and nominations will be accepted until a new Vice Provost is selected, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials to our consultant at the address below by March 29, 2026, for full consideration. Application materials must include a current CV and letter of interest.

UCF VPFE Search

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NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be simultaneously uploaded. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Krisha Creal at .

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Sponsorship for employment-based visas will only be considered under exceptional circumstances and is not guaranteed. Preference will be given to candidates who are currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

Job Close Date:

Open until filled.

Note to applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
  
• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
  
• Retirement savings options.
  
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
  
• Education assistance.
  
• Flexible work environment.
  
• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide click here.
  

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, post-doctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

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As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

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At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Director, Operational Excellence, Americas - Carmel, IN (Hybrid)

As the Director of Operational Excellence Americas, you will serve as the lead change agent for driving transformation and embedding operational excellence across the organization. You will develop and implement the Operational Excellence (OPEX) model and roadmap, ensuring alignment with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and corporate strategies. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement, coaching leadership teams, and tracking progress against long-range goals, you will help deliver sustainable value to customers and significantly enhance the business health of Allegion's value streams.

Hybrid:

At Allegion, we are driven by a bold vision: redefining safety while empowering our employees to thrive. When you join our team, you become part of a culture that values innovation, purpose, and excellence. This role offers the benefits of our dynamic hybrid work modelcombining in-person collaboration for meaningful moments with the flexibility of remote work. Since hybrid arrangements can vary based on the needs of the individual, team and business, your talent acquisition partner will provide specific hybrid details about this role.

We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and building meaningful connections, ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support needed to excel in any environment. Together, we'll unlock your potential and create a lasting impact.

What You Will Do:

Development and Alignment of the OPEX Model and Roadmap

• Lead the development of Allegion's Operational Excellence (OPEX) model and roadmap, ensuring alignment with Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and corporate objectives.
• Work closely with SBU leaders and Site OPEX Leaders to integrate the OPEX model into their strategic plans, ensuring consistent execution across the organization.
• Establish a clear vision for operational excellence, with measurable goals that align with the company's long-range plan (LRP).

Strategy Deployment and Execution

• Support and drive strategy deployment activities across the organization, ensuring alignment between corporate, SBU, and site-level initiatives.
• Collaborate with site OPEX leaders and teams to develop actionable strategies and plans that focus on growth, customer value, and improved business health.
• Facilitate the development of a robust pipeline of lean initiatives that align with future-state targets and drive performance improvements.

Coaching and Leadership Development

• Provide coaching for leadership teams and operational excellence (OpEx) support teams to build their capabilities in lean, continuous improvement, and change management.
• Mentor site OPEX leaders and their teams to achieve sustainable transformational change through Allegion's OPEX model.
• Develop and implement leadership training programs to enhance the organization's ability to execute on operational excellence initiatives, including the Front Line Leader program.

Performance Tracking and Auditing

• Track and measure progress against long-range plan (LRP) actions and goals, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Conduct regular audits of site progress against Allegion's corporate maturity model, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to leadership teams to ensure continuous progress toward operational excellence goals.

Multi-Site and Corporate-Level Project Support

• Support projects involving multiple site deployments, ensuring consistency in execution and alignment with the OPEX roadmap and the Allegion Intelligent Manufacturing initiative.
• Lead or support corporate-level and non-manufacturing projects to drive operational improvements across all business functions.
• Support the onboarding of new acquisition sites, ensuring alignment with Allegion's operational excellence standards and processes.

Strategic Business Unit and Operations Council Engagement

• Participate in Strategic Business Unit (SBU) reviews to provide insights, guidance, and alignment on operational excellence initiatives.
• Actively support the Operations Council, contributing to the development and execution of enterprise-wide operational strategies.

Cultural Transformation and Standardization

• Establish and standardize practices such as GEMBA walks, daily management processes (MDI), and mission control to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with standard processes and tools, fostering a culture of process discipline and adherence to standard work.
• Champion a culture of customer value creation, rigorous continuous improvement, and problem-solving.
• Actively support SBU and site implementation of the Allegion Intelligent Manufacturing initiative.

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HS&E) Goals

• Support and meet departmental, plant, and corporate HS&E goals, ensuring alignment with Allegion's safety and environmental standards.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field required; Master's degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of world-class lean manufacturing, transactional or functional experience, with a proven track record of driving operational excellence
• Extensive experience with GEMBA-based continuous improvement tools and techniques, including problem-solving, A3 management, value stream mapping, and strategy deployment.
• Demonstrated experience in applying lean principles and implementing new technologies and automation efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent leadership & facilitation skills
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to align operational excellence initiatives with long-term business goals and strategic objectives
• Ability to lead cultural transformation and foster a mindset of continuous improvement and customer value creation.
• Must be self-motivated and highly organized
• Proven ability to effectively work with global partners and cultures within the organization
• Demonstrated ability to understand value in the eyes of the customer and to build a value delivery system
• Ability to evaluate and assign priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Ability to quickly develop relationships that build immediate trust
• Ability to influence, persuade, convince, mentor and facilitate lean culture change in an environment with varying acceptance
• Ability to travel up to 50%, including occasional global travel.

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

• You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, \"this is your business, run with it\".
• You're looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
• You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You'll Get from Us:

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you \"be safe, be healthy\".
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, offering a 6% company match and no vesting period
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Unlimited PTO
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can \"serve others, not yourself\"
• Opportunities to

Electro-Mechanical, LLC is seeking a results-driven Director of Operational Excellence to lead continuous improvement and manufacturing optimization initiatives across our organization. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to influence company-wide performance by implementing world-class operational practices in Lean, Six Sigma, manufacturing engineering, EH&S, automation, and business process management.

With a strong foundation in manufacturing and a passion for sustainable improvement, you will guide cross-functional teams, oversee strategic projects, and foster a culture of excellence across multiple sites, including international operations. Join us in our mission to deliver high-quality electrical distribution solutions across diverse markets through innovative and efficient operations.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Serve as the Operational Excellence (OpEx) leader, responsible for developing and managing initiatives across Lean, Six Sigma, manufacturing/industrial engineering, automation, EH&S, and manufacturing readiness levels.
• Collaborate with site and company leadership to identify, plan, and execute strategic improvement projects that align with business goals and enhance overall performance.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by leading cross-functional Kaizen events, driving OpEx ownership across all levels of the organization, and ensuring adherence to standard operating practices.
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing and business processes by identifying bottlenecks, removing waste, and implementing sustainable, data-driven solutions.
• Lead product cost-reduction strategies and capital planning initiatives to improve financial and operational outcomes.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track progress of improvement projects, regularly reporting outcomes and opportunities to senior leadership.
• Serve as the primary advocate and subject matter expert for OpEx principles across the organization, including multi-site and international operations (e.g., Mexico).
• Ensure environmental, health, and safety programs are integrated into operational improvement efforts and maintained at industry-best levels.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated success in leadership roles; front-line supervision experience is a plus.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and driving large-scale change initiatives in manufacturing environments.
• Strong foundation in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, with formal Six Sigma certification or documented project success.
• Expertise in EH&S practices in a manufacturing setting.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage across all organizational levels.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented leader who thrives in dynamic environments and operates with minimal direction.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and modern digital tools for project tracking, analysis, and reporting.

About Electro-Mechanical, LLC

• Electro-Mechanical is a privately held, growth-oriented manufacturer of electrical distribution equipment serving customers across multiple markets. With a legacy of engineering excellence and innovation, we deliver high-quality solutions that power progress in communities, industries, and infrastructure.

EMC Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.