Value Stream Leader

Job Description:   

Overview: As a Value Stream Leader, you will be a key driver in optimizing our production processes, ensuring efficiency and maximizing value for our customers. This leadership role involves overseeing the end-to-end manufacturing process, from raw materials to finished products, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Value Stream Management:  

• Take ownership of the entire manufacturing value stream, overseeing all processes from raw material acquisition to product delivery.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize value stream efficiency, reduce lead times, and enhance overall productivity.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the manufacturing value stream.         
• Identify opportunities for waste reduction, process optimization, and cost savings.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to achieve operational excellence.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, engineering, and supply chain, to ensure seamless coordination within the value stream.
• Foster strong communication and collaboration to address challenges and capitalize on improvement opportunities.

Performance Monitoring:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the value stream and regularly monitor and report on performance metrics.
• Implement data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for improvement.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team within the value stream.  
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and individual growth.  
• Provide coaching and support to team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

Quality Assurance:

• Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure that products meet or exceed established quality standards.  
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures within the value stream.

Resource Optimization:

• Manage resources effectively, including manpower, equipment, and materials, to meet production demands.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure a stable and cost-effective supply chain.

Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development of long-term manufacturing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Identify opportunities for capacity expansion and improvements in manufacturing technology.

Qualifications:                

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations Management, or a related field with 7-9 years of experience.
• Proven experience in a leadership role within manufacturing, with a focus on value stream management.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve operational excellence.

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.