Value Stream Manager

OPW Clean Energy Solutions

Allentown (Lehigh County)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Value Stream Manager to lead their manufacturing operations. This role involves driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a lean culture. You will oversee critical operations, manage team performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing management, particularly with engineered products, and a strong commitment to team development. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and excellence in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with supervisory experience.
Experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement and manufacturing computer systems.
Strong knowledge in welding, fabrication, and assembly.

Responsibilities

Implementing manufacturing technologies for operational excellence.
Overseeing production, equipment acquisitions, and cost management.
Recruiting and developing high-performance team members.

Skills

Lean/Continuous Improvement

Manufacturing Planning and Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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OPW Clean Energy Solutions provided pay range

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from OPW Clean Energy Solutions

We are seeking a passionate Value Stream Manager to join our team. The Value Steam Manager role will be based at our OPW Clean Energy Solutions manufacturing facilities. While reporting to the Sr. Director of Operations, the Value Stream Manager will provide leadership in manufacturing, safety, quality, and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include implementing and sustaining manufacturing technologies that continuously improve operational excellence and lead a lean/safety culture.
Overseeing internal matters such as production, equipment and tooling acquisitions, aggressive production cost management, operations and quality analysis, and delivery performance.
Leading manufacturing operations toward significant productivity gains, capacity utilization, delivery performance and resource utilization.
Providing needed company-focused production support, equipment maintenance, resource consolidations and capacity planning and utilization for the company.
Recruiting and developing team members who can provide high levels of performance.
Providing training and leadership and represents a positive, enthusiastic role model so as to create a positive place to work.
Effectively delivering communications/presentations to shop floor team members.
Accountable for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in assigned area.
Responsible for design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including a self-assessment and report to management.
Accountable for developing and monitoring processes and practices necessary for legal and ethical compliance in assigned area.
Ensuring that quality program is implemented and effective in satisfying customer needs.

Candidate Experience and Qualifications

Previous experience leading manufacturing teams required.
Prior experience managing manufacturing teams producing ETO/CTO (Engineered to Order/Customize to Order) products in the industrial gas, cryogenic, or other similar space.
Experience directing and performing in-depth manufacturing planning and analysis and implementation.
Experience with implementing and optimizing manufacturing computer systems.
Experience in metal products manufacturing where practices such as JIT inventory management, pull-through production, team-based organization and high levels of customer service are in place is preferred.
Must have Lean/Continuous Improvement experience and background.
Implementation of TPS (Toyota Production System) or similar Rapid Improvement Team implementation is a plus.
Career history characterized by strong employers operating in growth environments, stability in employment and success in assignments.
Demonstrated previous commitment to growth and development of previous employer(s).
High level of manufacturing expertise and leadership.

Required Skills:

Essential Functions

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field, or equivalent experience. MBA preferred.
At least 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, combined with supervisory/management experience
Knowledge base in welding, fabrication, and assembly.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Proven skill in taking firm stances on issues within the framework of a team-based culture.
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of team members in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to effectively problem-solve, in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
Must have prior experience managing teams in a manufacturing environment
Ability to lead and manage cross-functional projects varying in size, scope and complexity
Effective time management, planning and organizational skills
Strong leadership and managerial skills
Strong organizational skills

The information contained within this job description overview is not intended to be all-inclusive. Nothing in this job description restricts management or the company’s ability to assign or reassign duties and/or responsibilities to or from this role at any time. This document is subject to change with or without notice.

OPW is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial or local law. OPW conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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