Second-Shift Value Stream Leader: Lean Ops & Quality

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

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