Value Stream Manager

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Value Stream Manager plays a critical role in our composite’s aerospace operations with a focus on lean manufacturing. The Value Stream Manager will be responsible for the overall operation of a product line, ensuring smooth and efficient processes that meet customer requirements for quality and timing. The Value Stream Manager will use Lean principles to eliminate waste, reduce cycle time, and improve productivity while improving quality and customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, oversee, and optimize the end-to-end production process for the assigned value stream. Monitor KPIs to track performance and implement solutions to improve the process where necessary.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives to minimize waste, improve efficiency and product quality. Implement tools like 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, and Just-In-Time production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to optimize the overall value stream. Lead regular meetings to review performance and drive action plans.
• Ensure production scheduling is aligned with schedule provided by program planning.
• Ensure ERP configuration is maintained current in accordance with company standards.
• Ensure ERP transactions are performed with a high level of accuracy. Transactions include, but are not limited to, Work Order Release, BOMs, Routers, Labor Tracking, Daily Balancing, and Quality Records.
• Champion continuous improvement efforts, fostering a culture of lean thinking throughout the organization.
• Ensure quality control standards are met in line with aerospace industry requirements, ISO standards, and customer specifications.
• Control costs, productivity levels, and efficiency to achieve business and financial objectives.
• Supervise, develop, and lead team members to ensure operational objectives are achieved.

Qualifications

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset.
• Excellent leadership skills with an ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines.
• Understanding and experience with ERP systems and other related manufacturing software.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.
• Understanding of statistical analysis and Six Sigma tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong business acumen and budget management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

COMPETENCIES:

Initiative / Problem Solving – Must be willing to identify existing or potential problem areas. Expected to determine, evaluate, and suggest appropriate courses of action and implement effective solutions. Interested in seeking ways to improve processes. Weigh consequences before making a final decision. Recognize issues and determines actions needed to advance the decision-making processes.

Teamwork / Relationship Building – Must be able to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, leaders, subordinates, and outside contacts.  Build trust by respecting the ideas and contributions of everyone.  Behave in suitable and appropriate ways; pleasant and congenial; contributes to positive morale and spirit within the team; and embraces diverse and global cultures and ideas.  Able to transmit information in a respectful, diplomatic, and mature manner to all.

Safety - Demonstrates a commitment to safety by following safety rules & guidelines; follows good housekeeping practices, takes proper care of equipment. Meets requirements of 100% participation in safety training & 100% safety actions completed.

Job Knowledge – Demonstrate skills and knowledge relevant to function and work group.  Apply best practices and stays up to date on developments in discipline.  Proficient in all job requirements.  Knows best tools and means for efficient accomplishment of objectives.  Takes the time to ensure accuracy of work.  High standards for quality and does not allow errors or mistakes.

Delivering Results - Strives to achieve excellence in all tasks and goals. Maintains focus and preserves in the face of obstacles. Uses time efficiently and responds quickly and constructively when confronted with challenges. Accurately prioritizes tasks. Delivers on deadlines.

Continuous Improvement – Actively participates in lean manufacturing initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen Events, RCCA, and Value Stream Analysis.  Demonstrates enthusiasm and positivity for improving processes and their work environment.  Initiates improvement without the need for constant supervision.

EDUCATON / EXPERIENCE:

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, operations, or related field.

Experience:  Proven experience as a Value Stream Supervisor or similar role within the aerospace and/or defense industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Normal office working conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Unitech Composites is an equal opportunity employer.