Value Stream Leader | Lean Manufacturing & CI

The Pivot Group Careers

Muskegon (MI)

On-site

USD 102,000 - 149,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers seeks a Value Stream Manager for Muskegon, MI. The role supports manufacturing operations with a focus on leading value stream improvements, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in manufacturing, experience with lean tools, and strong leadership. This position offers growth within Michigan-based manufacturing networks and collaboration with partner companies.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field.
Five+ years in manufacturing operations, including supervisory experience.
Lean tools such as value stream mapping, kaizen, and standard work.

Responsibilities

Coordinate production schedules with planning, maintenance, and materials teams.
Manage staffing, training, and performance development for the value stream.
Ensure compliance with safety rules, quality standards, and company policies.
Report performance results and improvement plans to plant leadership.
Lead daily production activities across an assigned value stream to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
Track key performance indicators and drive corrective action when results fall short.
Coach supervisors and team leads on standard work and problem solving.
Lead continuous improvement projects that reduce waste and shorten lead times.