Value Stream Leader — Lean Excellence (Manistee)

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Michigan

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USD 105,000 - 153,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Manistee, MI seeks a Value Stream Manager to lead lean initiatives and drive operational excellence across value streams. You will guide cross-functional teams, establish KPIs, and optimize processes to reduce lead times and waste while aligning with business objectives.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, 5+ years in manufacturing operations with leadership, and proven Lean experience (VSM, Kaizen, 5S).

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven expertise in Lean manufacturing principles and their application (e.g., VSM, Kaizen, 5S).
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Define and optimize value streams to improve flow, reduce lead times, and eliminate waste.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to implement lean principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs to track value stream performance and identify improvement areas.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve operational excellence and meet business objectives.
  • Champion a culture of problem-solving and proactive decision-making within the value stream.
  • Manage resource allocation and capacity planning to ensure efficient production and delivery.
  • Foster strong communication across all levels of the organization to achieve shared goals.

Skills

Lean manufacturing
Leadership
Data analysis
Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Manistee, MI seeks a Value Stream Manager to lead lean initiatives and drive operational excellence across value streams. You will guide cross-functional teams, establish KPIs, and optimize processes to reduce lead times and waste while aligning with business objectives.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, 5+ years in manufacturing operations with leadership, and proven Lean experience (VSM, Kaizen, 5S).

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