Value Stream Leader – Lean Manufacturing & Ops Excellence

Southwire Co.; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement Growth

Parental Leave

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking a Manager, Value Stream in Starkville, MS to lead manufacturing operations, drive efficiency, safety, and quality. You will guide staff, align plans with production schedules, and push continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include optimizing workflows, directing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while delivering cost-effective results. Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years in engineering or related fields are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Engineering or business specialization preferred.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to professional staff and production teams.
• Align plans with schedules and resources.
• Drive process improvements and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coach and develop staff to meet goals.
• Communicate with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Production Planning

Environment Health And Safety

Investigation

Quality Control

Workflow Management

Accountability

Continuous Improvement Process

Good Manufacturing Practices

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Engineering/Business field

Tools

SAP Applications

Job description

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking a Manager, Value Stream in Starkville, MS to lead manufacturing operations, drive efficiency, safety, and quality. You will guide staff, align plans with production schedules, and push continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include optimizing workflows, directing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while delivering cost-effective results. Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years in engineering or related fields are required.