Aerospace Value Stream Leader — Lean Ops & Growth

Flex Tek; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH seeks a Value Stream Manager (Metal) to lead the assigned value stream, directing supervisors and teams to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will drive Lean initiatives, optimize resources, and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve performance and reduce waste.

The role requires 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in aerospace or regulated environments, with strong leadership, analytical, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in aerospace or a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success leading supervisors, improving operational performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities within the value stream to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives.
• Manage resource allocation, staffing, capacity, and production priorities to meet customer requirements.
• Ensure execution of the production plan and adherence to operational schedules.
• Address production constraints and implement solutions that improve performance and workflow.
• Lead, develop, and coach Supervisors and frontline teams.
• Build a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Develop leadership capability and succession plans within the value stream.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing principles and operational excellence initiatives.
• Use performance metrics and operational data to identify opportunities and eliminate waste.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and other functions to improve value stream results.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field

Job description

STS Aerospace in Laconia, NH seeks a Value Stream Manager (Metal) to lead the assigned value stream, directing supervisors and teams to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will drive Lean initiatives, optimize resources, and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve performance and reduce waste.

The role requires 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in aerospace or regulated environments, with strong leadership, analytical, and