Value Stream Leader — Lean Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Neotech; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSAs

EAP

PTO & Holidays

401(k) match

Job summary

NEOTech in Longmont, CO is seeking a Value Stream Manager to oversee the end-to-end value stream from materials through production to delivery.

You will lead Lean initiatives, map value streams, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with production, engineering, supply chain, quality, and maintenance to meet KPI goals.

This role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5+ years in manufacturing with Lean/Six Sigma expertise; strong problem-solving and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
• 3–5+ years in manufacturing, operations, or supply chain environments with supervisory or leadership experience.
• Lean and Six Sigma expertise with Kaizen and continuous improvement.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze data and implement effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee End-to-End Value Stream from raw materials through production to customer delivery.
• Lead Lean initiatives, value stream mapping, and process optimization to reduce waste and improve flow.
• Drive KPIs related to quality, delivery, scrap, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across production, engineering, supply chain, quality, and maintenance.
• Optimize resource allocation and ensure facility and process readiness.
• Develop and mentor direct reports to build a high-performing workforce.
• Communicate progress using visual management and daily performance metrics.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and Lean activities across shifts and teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership & Communication

Project Management

Analytical & Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business/Operations

Lean Six Sigma Certification (preferred)

Tools

EMS production processes

SMT Equipment

MES systems

ISO standards

Job description

NEOTech in Longmont, CO is seeking a Value Stream Manager to oversee the end-to-end value stream from materials through production to delivery.

You will lead Lean initiatives, map value streams, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with production, engineering, supply chain, quality, and maintenance to meet KPI goals.

This role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5+ years in manufacturing with Lean/Six Sigma expertise; strong problem-solving and leadership are essential.