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We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Director Strategy & Operational Excellence- NJ role with one of our esteemed clients in the IT Services sector.

Location: Iselin, NJ

This is a high-impact position partnering closely with the EVP – Global Delivery Head to drive strategic priorities, strengthen operational rigor, and ensure strong alignment across global delivery, sales, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Driving execution of enterprise-wide strategic initiatives
• Ensuring cross-functional collaboration and governance
• Tracking critical programs with clear metrics and accountability
• Supporting executive decision-making through data-driven insights
• Enhancing delivery excellence and client outcomes

If this opportunity interests you, or if you know someone who may be a strong fit, I would greatly appreciate your referral. Please feel free to connect with me or share resumes at .

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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.

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.

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.

Under the direction of the Operational Excellence Manager, this position is responsible for supporting the lean transformation and daily management initiatives by ensuring strategies are implemented and principles/practices/tools are incorporated in the culture and processes under transformation. This position implements and supports actions that bring about improvements which may include, but are not limited to safety, customer value proposition, quality, delivery, cycle, growth, margin expansion, and inventory.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

Support the Operational Excellence Manager and Value Stream in implementing lean transformation and daily management across the value stream including:

• Gathers data for key performance indicators for functions being reviewed, evaluates current state, and proposes future state goals and objectives.
• Implementing tactical strategies to achieve the desired vision
• Executing against long and short-term objectives to support the value stream's goals
• Working with necessary site personnel to identify, address, and eliminate process related obstacles
• Assisting in the change of systems/processes as required in support of the Lean initiatives
• Utilize value stream mapping techniques to design optimal information, material, and production flow methods

To act as a change agent to bring about improvements in the manufacturing process through the active support, participation and leadership of rapid improvement events or projects, that includes:

• Owning pre and post standard work.
• Lead or facilitate continuous improvement projects and events.
• Participating in Gemba walks and coaching employees on continuous improvement, standard work. development/modification/adherence, flow, takt time attainment, and problem-solving abnormalities.
• Providing necessary training specific to Lean Transformation tools and methodology.
• Helping update and maintain visual performance tools, including mission control and MDI boards
• Following up on action plans
• Assisting all teams as needed to ensure improvements are made and sustained

Executing key activities as part of Lean Transformation and daily management including tasks such as:

• Support value stream analyses events.
• Conducting cycle time analyses, time studies, line balance improvements, workplace analysis improvement.
• Creating and implementing standard work and teaching/coaching line leaders to do the same.
• Implementing / coaching the use of cell control boards and other visual management tools
• Lead, coach and assist teams in problem solving activities.
• Resolving issues after continuous improvement events to achieve desired state.

To support the launch of all activities needed to incorporate Lean Transformation and daily management into the Value Stream culture; includes:

• Assisting in identifying on-going training needs
• Supporting communication of the direction of Lean Transformation and daily management initiatives to employees
• Utilize change management model.
• Ensure high levels of engagement for continuous improvement events participants.
• Drive change through coaching of employees and leaders to drive lean behaviors, principles and practices.

Track all changes/improvements made to provide assurance that changes are effective and lasting, includes:

• Examining and evaluating the areas after improvements are implemented
• Posting/updating results to the Mission Control boards
• Reviewing new procedures/controls and appraising the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, and working with the Operational Excellence Manager, Site Leader, Department Managers and Supervisors to resolve any issues that might arise during implementation and/or maintenance phases
• Monitor and report on key metrics
• Supports and meets Departmental, Plant and Corporate EH&S goals. Works in a safe and efficient manner.
• Other duties as identified by the Value Stream Coach to further the site's Lean Manufacturing initiative

• Bachelor of Science Degree in a related discipline, preferably an engineering or supply chain degree
• Minimum of 4 years of documented world class lean manufacturing/transactional/functional experience.
• Experience with distribution, warehousing and/or logistics facilities a plus.
• You would ideally have some level of understanding of WMS, TMS and ERP systems
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to speak and communicate effectively with various audiences at the site level.
• Strong interpersonal and high-performance team building skills, with ability to develop collaborative relationships, influencing up, down and across organizational lines.
• Ability to effectively facilitate a group's activities and discussions using a defined process.
• Must be viewed credibly as either an informal leader or a positive influencer of change
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced and changing work environment.
• Able to influence, persuade, convince and facilitate lean culture change in an environment with varying acceptance.
• Knowledge of personal computer applications required (Excel, Word, Visio, and PP). Excellent Team Facilitation Skills.

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.

• 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 leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching

Apply Today! Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow's world a safer place! Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.

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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.

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the Best Value supplier in the industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

• Sets up and operates induction hardening equipment to properly harden and temper and harden our product.
• Possesses and applies knowledge of heat treating processes, temperatures, atmospheres, quenching, soaking times, carburizing cycles and equipment maintenance.
• Assists furnace operators in determining temperatures, times, atmospheres, quenching, carburizing cycles and general heat treat processing of unusual and infrequently run steels and irons.
• Knows types of steel as to the proper heat treat requirements.
• Operates all related equipment efficiently.
• Possesses and applies knowledge of heat treating of tool steels and of tool furnace operation as well equipment related to carbon potential, and furnace temperature checking.
• Ensures part conformance to quality/drawing specifications; able to use instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gages, scales and hardness testing machines/devices to ensure proper hardness and depth of parts.
• Carefully loads and unloads furnaces to avoid improper quenching and cooling of parts remaining in the furnace.
• Performs running maintenance.
• Removes parts from furnace by hand or mechanical means and deposits parts in containers.
• Posts work output results to appropriate records.
• Processes parts through required cleaning or peening operations.
• Performs other related duties as directed.
• Works well with others and communicates effectively.
• Works safely and keeps work are organized and clean

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
• Able to perform moderately active work typical of a manufacturing plant environment. Examples include pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, bending, twisting.
• Safety Sensitive position

U.S. Tsubaki offers:

• A competitive compensation package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, education reimbursement, and annual bonus potential
• Paid Time Off (\"PTO\")
• 90-day and 180-day performance reviews
• Shift differential pay for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Weekly bonus potential
• Paid training
• Weekly pay
• Shift: 4 days a week, 10 hours per day.
• Days: Monday - Thursday (standard schedule). Overtime may be required on Fridays/Saturdays according to business needs.

Learn more about U.S. Tsubaki at: estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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Chief Operating Officer (COO)- Ann Arbor, MI

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Ann Arbor, MI

Hospitality (Lodging & Food) Background required

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Exceptional career opportunity is available for a hospitality professional who is eager to transition into a meaningful, mission-driven role in the nonprofit sector. If you are a compassionate person looking to make a broader impact, this may be the unique opportunity you’ve been waiting for. The ideal hospitality background would be one involving meals and 24/7 accommodations, such as hotel, resort or campus housing. The COO will utilize their expertise to oversee the future growth of family guest rooms to satisfy the growing demand. Previous non-profit experience would be a plus.

About RMHCAA:

Since 1985, Ronald McDonald House Charities Ann Arbor (RMHCAA) has stood as a home away from home for families facing the unimaginable — a child in medical crisis. Ronald McDonald House Charities Ann Arbor has served more than 32,000 families since opening their doors in 1985. Spearheaded by the Junior Service League (now the Junior League of Ann Arbor), the project was a collaborative effort with Michigan Medicine C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, and the community. Originally able to accommodate 24 families each night, an expansion in 1992 increased that number to 29. A second House built on the 10th floor of C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital added another 12 rooms in 2011. Two additional family guest rooms were constructed in the Main House in 2018, bringing the total number of rooms to 43. Those two Houses make RMHCAA the largest Ronald McDonald House Charities Chapter in Michigan.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and serves as the organization’s senior operational leader. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the COO provides strategic and day-to-day leadership for all internal operations of a multi-site, 24/7 organization. The COO ensures that programs, guest services, facilities, culinary services, housekeeping, volunteer engagement, technology, and operational systems function seamlessly to create a safe, compassionate, and home-like environment for families. The COO partners closely with the CEO, leadership team, and Board to implement strategy, strengthen culture, develop talent, manage risk, and ensure operational excellence and financial sustainability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of senior leadership experience in hospitality (including food and rooms) from segments such as hotel, resort, campus housing/dining or similar.
• Previous non-profit experience.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, multi-site, 24/7 operations and cross-functional teams.
• Strong background in guest services, facilities management, people leadership, program oversight, and operational planning.
• Experience managing budgets, capital projects, and operational controls.
• Proven ability to lead with compassion while driving results and managing risk.
• Excellent communication, organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, mission-driven leader with integrity and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems.

Excellent six figure salary and benefits plus work-life balance offered! Please forward resume and cover letter explaining why you are excited about this opportunity and how it aligns with your work credentials Email to : Ben Schwartz

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