Lean Practitioner - Manufacturing

Join the Malarkey team, innovators in roofing technology with pioneering rubberized asphalt shingles designed for superior durability and sustainability. At Malarkey, we take pride in our most important asset - our employees.

We’re seeking a Lean Practitioner who's ready to be part of our mission to manufacture and deliver innovative, performance-driven building products with unmatched service and integrity. Our focus is creating longer-lasting, environmentally responsible roofing solutions that can withstand all weather conditions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Lean Practitioner leads enterprise-level Lean transformation initiatives to drive operational excellence, eliminate waste, and improve quality, delivery, and cost performance. This role serves as a subject-matter expert, coach, and change leader, enabling teams to adopt Lean thinking and sustainable continuous improvement practices across the organization.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Lead Lean Transformation: Develop and execute Lean strategies using our BEOS that align with business objectives and work cross-functionally to deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction.


• Coach and Mentor: Guide leaders, managers, and frontline teams in applying Lean principles, tools, and behaviors (e.g., value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen, problem-solving, standard work, visual management).


• Facilitate Continuous Improvement: Lead cross-functional improvement events focused on root cause identification and loss/waste elimination while implementing sustainable solutions.


• Performance Measurement: Deliver measurable improvement for business objectives such as safety, quality, lead time, OEE, cost, productivity, OTIF, and engagement.


• Standardization: Promote standard work practices, process stability, and operational discipline throughout the organization.


• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Field of Study Preferred: Engineering, Quality, Operations, Business, or a related field is required.

Required Work Experience: 5 years of experience in Lean deployment, operations excellence, quality, or process improvement roles supporting manufacturing or operations.

Travel Requirements: N/A

Additional Requirements:

• Proven record of leading successful Lean transformations or large-scale improvement initiatives.


• ASQ, PMP, or other certifications preferred.


• Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification strongly preferred. Formal training in Lean methodologies (Toyota Production System, Shingo, etc.).


• A strong understanding and practice of Lean principles, systems, and behaviors.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent facilitation, communication, and coaching abilities for all levels of the organization.


• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize-approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators. Employees who are required to wear respirators must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary: $80,000 - 105,000


• Retirement Savings: Choose From 401(K) Pre-Tax and/or Roth After-Tax Savings


• Employee Stock Purchase Plan


• Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance


• Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) For Health and Dependent Care


• Vision and Other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts


• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays


• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity & Paternity)

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Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.