Value Stream Leader - Lean Excellence

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Portage (MI)

On-site

USD 102,000 - 149,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Portage, MI-based manufacturers seeking a Value Stream Manager to lead lean initiatives and optimize end-to-end value delivery. This role focuses on mapping value streams, coaching teams, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

The ideal candidate brings a strong lean background, 5+ years in manufacturing, and proven cross-functional leadership to boost safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with leadership experience.
  • Proven Lean manufacturing expertise and practical application (Kaizen, Kanban, VSM).
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement.
  • Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

  • Define, map, and optimize value streams to reduce waste and improve flow.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to hit safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
  • Develop and implement lean manufacturing principles and tools across the value stream.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
  • Coach teams on lean methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
  • Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with product development and supply chain to optimize end-to-end value delivery.

Skills

Lean manufacturing
Cross-functional leadership
Data analysis
Value stream mapping
Continuous improvement

Education

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

Tools

Power BI
Tableau

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is partnering with Portage, MI-based manufacturers seeking a Value Stream Manager to lead lean initiatives and optimize end-to-end value delivery. This role focuses on mapping value streams, coaching teams, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

The ideal candidate brings a strong lean background, 5+ years in manufacturing, and proven cross-functional leadership to boost safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

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