Job Description

Primary location: Millwood, WV
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: 5%

The estimated base salary range for this role is $75,000 to $94,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Armstrong?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong\'s future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company. By joining us, you\'ll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

• A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other\'s strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

The Value Stream Specialist (VSS) is responsible for daily adherence to standard processes within the Value Stream while providing management, coordination, and continuous improvement of the manufacturing process. This includes but is not limited to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People development while providing support to the production/maintenance supervisors and their teams. This position is primarily responsible for the tactical day-to-day standard adherence of the Value Stream while driving the elimination of waste. This position reports to the Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision of approximately 4-5 process improvement personnel.
• Facilitate the daily GEMBAs within the Value Stream.
• Coach team members on the use of process control standards, techniques, methodologies, and equipment capabilities.
• Drive improvement projects for the Value Stream.
• Countermeasure follow-up, facilitate RCFAs/5-Whys, and completion of special cause analysis.
• Ownership and coordination of the operator training systems.
• Plan and coordinate activities around down days, major shutdowns, and holiday periods.
• Prioritize and coordinate daily maintenance, contractor, and production activities in the operation.
• Coordinate and support operations with production planning; raw material flow, inventory, packaging, quality of material and GIP.
• Recommend solutions to the Operations Manager/Capital Manager to be included in the annual Capital and Maintenance Budgets.
• Provide on-shift technical support for a 4-crew rotating shift schedule.
• Perform a variety of tasks to assure the proper supervision of the assigned operational area as needed.

Improvement Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the development of and adherence to Standard Work, specifications, troubleshooting guides and other process documentation.
• Develop and improve internal plant communication processes between operations, maintenance, lab, staff, and leadership.
• Develop and improve manpower utilization processes.
• Drive improvements in operations through effective Down day planning and execution.
• Manage the completion of RCFAs in the operation.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma plus 5+ years of manufacturing experience or bachelor\'s degree in a technical field (Engineering, Business, or related).
• Knowledge and practical experience applying Lean Manufacturing or process improvement principles to enable organizational transformation.
• Proven ability to implement and audit systems to drive the utilization of technology and support systems to achieve manufacturing results.
• Project Management and organizational skills.
• Ability to direct and coordinate the work of others.
• Effective Written and Verbal Communication skills.
• Integration skills to leverage operations, maintenance staff support, and internal and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Mini Tab, etc.

• Have working technical knowledge of the following manufacturing technologies:

• Lean Manufacturing
• DMAIC
• Six Sigma
• Kaizen

• Ability to pull and work with data sets from multiple sources including Data Historian, Infinity, MX, SAP, and other plant systems to identify opportunities and accurately assess situations.

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Supervisory experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a continuous manufacturing process.
• 8-Step Problem Solving/DMAIC/PDCA Utilization.
• Thorough knowledge of plant business system processes such as work order process, raw material flow, project planning, production, down day planning, and work rules.

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we\'re here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It\'s an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we\'re committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Millwood WV)

Our Millwood plant in West Virginia is one of fifteen Armstrong plants in North America. The city of Millwood runs along the Ohio River about 50 miles north of Charleston, WV. The area offers an abundance of festivals, cultural events, scenic train rides, golf courses, shopping, and unique dining. Millwood residents savor the spectacular mountain views, waterfalls, pristine lakes, rushing rivers, and scenic parks for hiking, biking and camping.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!

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