2nd Shift Value Stream Manager WTN

Dakota Bodies Llc; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakota Bodies Llc in Watertown, SD, seeks a Value Stream Manager for the 2nd shift to lead planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing operations. You will manage Shift Supervisors and ensure safe, on-time production within budget.

This role requires 10+ years of leadership in manufacturing, strong communication, and a track record of cost control and process improvement. The ideal candidate will motivate teams, develop talent, and collaborate with maintenance and plant leadership to

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite.
• High attention to detail and a creative problem solver.
• Self-motivated with ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to motivate, manage, and develop people at all skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a safe working environment at all times.
• Ensures production meets high quality standards set by the company.
• Trains and develops team members; builds effective teams.
• Communicates schedule priorities professionally with team members and leadership.
• Collaborates with 1st shift Managers on production goals and attainment.
• Coordinates with Maintenance for routine and annual maintenance activities.
• Ensures efficient production scheduling to achieve plant production targets.
• Identifies opportunities for cost control and works with leadership to implement them.
• Drives ongoing process improvement and reports KPIs as required.
• Manages data collection and reporting for dashboards and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing knowledge

MS Office

Communication

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Multitasking

People development

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Level: ManagementJob Location: Dakota Bodies Watertown - Watertown, SD 57201Education Level: 4 Year DegreeJob Shift: Graveyard

The 2nd Shift Value Stream Manager leads the planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing operations for the 2nd shift. They are responsible for cost-effective planning, processing, and production. This role will be the direct manager for each Shift Supervisor on 2nd shift. The Value Stream Manager contributes to the success of operations by ensuring products are manufactured with uncompromised safety and the highest quality while being produced on-time, within budget.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Always promotes a safe working environment.
• Ensures production is carried out according to high quality standards set forth by the company.
• Training and development of team members. Ability to create effective teams and develop next level talent.
• Communicates professionally with appropriate team members and leadership to understand schedule priorities and react accordingly.
• Works with 1st shift Managers on production goals and attainment.
• Works with Maintenance team to accommodate routine and annual maintenance activities.
• Ensure efficient production scheduling to achieve plant production targets.
• Identifies opportunities for cost control and works to implement them with support from the Assistant Plant Manager and Operations Director.
• Focused on ongoing process improvement.
• Manages collection and reporting of production data, KPI's etc. to support routine dashboards and special reports as required by the Assistant Plant Manager and/or Operations Director.
• Operates with transparency and earns trust at all levels through communication and actions.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired Skills & Experience

• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Proficient with MS Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High attention to detail.
• Creative problem solver.
• Positive attitude with a track record of delivering results.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with strong ability to multitask and operate with minimal supervision.
• Ability to motivate, manage, and develop people of all skill levels effectively.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Ability to effectively lead and manage in a fast-paced environment.
• Manufacturing knowledge and process preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing Experience preferred.