Value Stream Leader: Lean Manufacturing + High-Mix Ops

Re:Build Manufacturing; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Re:Build Manufacturing in Colorado is seeking an experienced Value Stream Lead for its Industrial & Specialty Products operation. You will align production, engineering, quality, and supply chain to deliver safe, on-time outcomes with a focus on high-mix, lower-volume manufacturing.

The role requires hands-on leadership, deep machining knowledge, and proficiency in Lean manufacturing to cut waste, improve flow, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in machine shop management; experience with composite operations is a plus.
• At least 3 years holding a leadership role in a sophisticated manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing development and execution of the strategic plan to run and grow the Industrial & Specialty Products operation, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and industry-standard processes while running daily operations including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics to guarantee on-time delivery to customers
• Ensure a zero-incident culture by implementing safety protocols, regulatory requirements (OSHA, FDA, etc.), and environmental compliance
• Recruit, hire, develop, and mentor a high-performing team across production, quality, supply chain, and engineering to build an accountable, results-driven culture
• Champion Lean principles (Value Stream Analysis, Rapid Improvement Events, SMED, 5S, etc.) to eliminate non-value-added activities and reduce waste in a high-mix, low-volume environment
• Monitor and improve key metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), productivity, scrap, and labor efficiency, using Basic Problem Solving and Root Cause Countermeasure methods
• Own the value stream's budget and P&L, implementing cost-reduction strategies and managing labor, overhead, and operating expenses to achieve financial targets
• Own production scheduling and the management of material forecasts to ensure material availability, optimize inventory, and support reliable on-time delivery
• Partner with Sourcing/Supply Chain, Technical, Quality, and Commercial teams to advance process flow and align manufacturing capabilities with established customer requirements and emerging industrial market demands
• Optimize and enhance existing manufacturing processes, automation strategies, and quality control systems to ensure high-yield, cost-efficient production across established lines
• Stay at the forefront of emerging machining technologies and manufacturing advancements to continuously strengthen the value stream's competitiveness

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

ISO 9001

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Re:Build Manufacturing in Colorado is seeking an experienced Value Stream Lead for its Industrial & Specialty Products operation. You will align production, engineering, quality, and supply chain to deliver safe, on-time outcomes with a focus on high-mix, lower-volume manufacturing.

The role requires hands-on leadership, deep machining knowledge, and proficiency in Lean manufacturing to cut waste, improve flow, and drive continuous improvement across the plant.