Continuous Improvement Technician Jobs

Company Description

With new ownership and supportive leadership at the helm since early 2022, Associated Materials is embarking on a transformation to maximize our potential through investments in people, operations, and brands.

If you want to be part of a company where your ideas and input are more than just encouraged—they’re valued—this is the place for you. At Associated Materials, you will be part of the change, and your contributions will provide an immediate and lasting impact, helping us achieve what’s possible.

Directly responsible for the research, identification and data collection related to change initiatives that will ensure a sustained, long term operation. Identifies advanced improvement processes or projects that will significantly impact organizational objectives. Participate with management team members in continuous improvement activities designed to improve efficiencies, reduce cost and increase internal/external customer satisfaction in manufacturing and operational processes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Travel to AMI window production facilities as needed to perform project work.
• Assist in analyzing observations and data to help create a better understanding of the current situation in relation to the project
• Perform other duties at the direction of the C.I. Engineer that they have been assigned or the C.I. Director.
• Meet with project stakeholders as directed / needed.
• Executes AMI’s objectives, meeting commitments and working within the guidelines.
• Perform project work (manual or office labor) at the direction of the C.I. Engineer that they have been assigned or the C.I. Director.
• Observe production operations as needed to measure current capabilities and to determine current strengths and weaknesses.
• Observe production operations as needed to ensure project improvements are meeting expectations.

Competencies

• Skilled at identifying customer needs and designing business processes and solutions to meet internal/external customer requirements.
• Ability to influence others and negotiate successfully, communicate ideas and generate consensus.
• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Demonstrates innovative thinking and initiative in the analysis, planning and development of projects.
• Sense of urgency and self-motivation
• Excellent professional presentation and verbal communication skills.
• Above average skills with Microsoft suite of tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint,
• Thorough knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and Process Management principles.
• Ability to motivate employees to achieve results
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related work experience is required.
• High School Diploma Required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Window and/or door industry or other manufacturing experience preferred.

Additional Information

Associated Materials is a leader in exterior building products for residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. We produce vinyl windows, vinyl and composite siding and accessories, and metal building products—and distribute other essential building products to ensure customers find everything they need for their exterior.

Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, more than 4,000 associates across North America support Associated Materials. We operate 11 manufacturing facilities and more than 100 Alside and over 20 Gentek supply centers across the United States and Canada. Through our unique combination of award-winning products, manufacturing and distribution operations, installation solutions, and support services, the opportunities at Associated Materials are endless!  

Associated Materials is an equal opportunity employer.