Value Stream Leader — Lean Transformation & CI

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Paw Paw (MI)

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USD 109,000 - 158,000

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3 days ago
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Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Paw Paw, MI is assisting local manufacturers by connecting experienced value stream leaders with current openings. The role targets a Value Stream Manager responsible for driving continuous improvement, safety, quality, delivery, and cost within the value stream.

We seek a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 7+ years in manufacturing operations including 3+ in leadership, and strong lean, Kaizen, Kanban, and data-driven decision making

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of manufacturing operations experience, with 3+ in a leadership role.
  • Lean manufacturing principles experience: Kaizen, Kanban, 5S, VSM.
  • Lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving with data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
  • Develop and execute the value stream's strategic plan aligned to company objectives.
  • Lead and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering accountability and problem solving.
  • Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to meet targets.
  • Optimize material flow and inventory to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
  • Collaborate with engineering, supply chain and sales to improve processes.
  • Manage the value stream budget and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership
Data-driven decisions
Cross-functional
Analytical skills
Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Kaizen
Kanban
5S
Value Stream Mapping

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Paw Paw, MI is assisting local manufacturers by connecting experienced value stream leaders with current openings. The role targets a Value Stream Manager responsible for driving continuous improvement, safety, quality, delivery, and cost within the value stream.

We seek a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 7+ years in manufacturing operations including 3+ in leadership, and strong lean, Kaizen, Kanban, and data-driven decision making

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