Value Stream Director | Lean Ops Leader

Generac; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is looking for a Value Stream Director in Whitewater, Wisconsin. This key role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure safety, quality, and cost targets are met across multi-shift operations.

The successful candidate will implement the Generac Manufacturing System, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate across teams to benchmark best practices. A Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations and/or lean management.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Operations, and Supply Chain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across the value stream, ensuring execution of targets.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by driving product flow.
• Design and direct functional areas aligning with the company's strategy.

Skills

Lean implementation

Innovative thinking

Problem solving

Leadership & coaching

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

SAP or equivalent ERP systems

Job description

Generac is looking for a Value Stream Director in Whitewater, Wisconsin. This key role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure safety, quality, and cost targets are met across multi-shift operations.

The successful candidate will implement the Generac Manufacturing System, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate across teams to benchmark best practices. A Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations are required.