BUILT TO CONNECT
At Astec, we believe in the power of connection and the importance of building long-lasting
relationships with our employees, customers and the communities we call home. With a team
more than 4,000 strong, our employees are our #1 advantage. We invest in skills training and
provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along with the business. We offer
programs that support physical safety, as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health
and wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home.
Our equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that connects us to each other and
to the goods and services we use. We are an industry leader known for delivering innovative
solutions that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we are using new
technology and data like never before.
We’re looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and
build your career at Astec.

LOCATION: Eugene Oregon

ABOUT THE POSITION
Primary Process Owner, who works closely with all aspects of Astec, Inc. operations
(manufacturing, quality, OpEx and safety) to develop safe, efficient and reliable manufacturing
methods. Identifies process improvement opportunities (productivity and reduce costs), allowing
Astec to create a sustainable competitive advantage through the use of Kaizen, lean tools and
methods. Leads cross functional events to analyze and deploy standards and techniques, to
improve quality, ensure on-time delivery, control costs and/or other engineering/economic
objectives; Applies visual and auditable, manufacturing best practices to solve problems,
improve performance and productivity, while eliminating waste.

Deliverables & Responsibilities
• Develops, evaluates, and recommends improvements in manufacturing methods through new
processes and modifications, minimizing cost and effectively applying production capabilities.
• Implements process improvements through time studies, process mapping, value-stream
mapping, spaghetti mapping and workload balancing, through cross-functional team
collaboration using standard lean tool sets, achieves safety and process improvements, through
reductions cycle-time, rework, scrap, inventory, overtime, space, on-time completions, etc.
• Facilitates continuous improvements through the use of lean tools and coordinates lean
training, development activities of all employees.
• Works with manufacturing to analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements,
material routing and handling methods, manufacturing processes and methods, machine and
tool design applications, workflow and new technology and designs layout of equipment and
workspace for maximum efficiency, safety and quality.
• Estimates production times, capacity requirements and related costs to provide information
for management decisions and to meet completion dates and technical specifications.
• Develops proposals, evaluates new development programs and recommends changes in
parts specifications, manufacturing processes and production methods and/or objectives to
improve quality, productivity, manufacturability and safety as required.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Responsible for the transition of new product introductions from engineering to manufacturing,
including capacity analysis, process robustness and process validations.
• Develops and maintains the manufacturing process work instructions and assembly tooling
that are initiated by product design or method improvement changes.
• Specify new equipment and design required fixtures, jigs and tooling needed to meet
production and quality requirements.
• Prepares and makes presentations to individuals and groups using Microsoft Office
applications.
• Researches, organizes, analyzes and maintains records of technical information from a
variety of sources.
• Follows company policies and procedures at all times.
• Follows proper safety rules and procedures at all times.
• Performs special projects other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial, manufacturing, mechanical engineering or related field
required.
• Minimum of three (3) years related work experience in a manufacturing environment
required with a demonstrated understanding of heavy machinery manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of machine shop operations/processes required.
• Knowledge of LEAN methods used in manufacturing processes required.
• Knowledge of all types of metal-cutting processes, to include punch, plasma, and flame
cutting required.
• Knowledge of engineering/manufacturing system of symbols, legends, shading and lines
required and skill reading engineering drawings required.
• Knowledge and understanding of nesting software for material optimization preferred.
• Must be able to collaborate and facilitate cross functional teams to influence and manage
change in a heavy manufacturing, multi-shift work environment.
• Must be able to meet regular attendance requirements.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations.

Does this role have supervisory or managerial responsibilities? No

Does this role have budgetary or program management responsibilities? (must state if
manager and above title with no direct reports). No

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: 10% of travel, regional, international