Value Stream Manager

Re:Build Manufacturing; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Job summary

Re:Build Manufacturing in Colorado is seeking an experienced Value Stream Lead for its Industrial & Specialty Products operation at Oribi. You will drive strategic planning, align production, engineering, quality, and supply chain to deliver on-time performance while maintaining safety and quality standards.

You will lead a high-mix, low-volume environment with a hands-on style, focus on waste reduction, and champion Lean practices across the value stream, production scheduling, and budgeting to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or equivalent.
• 5+ years in machine shop management; composite operations a plus.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role in a sophisticated manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of machining manufacturing and Lean production.
• ISO 9001 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing development and execution of strategic plan for Industrial & Specialty Products.
• Ensure safety protocols, OSHA, FDA compliance, and environmental standards.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing cross-functional team.
• Champion Lean principles to reduce waste in a high-mix, low-volume setting.
• Track OEE, productivity, scrap, and labor efficiency with problem-solving methods.
• Own value stream budget and P&L, manage costs to meet targets.
• Own production scheduling and material forecasting for on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with sourcing, engineering, quality, and Lean teams.
• Enhance processes, automation strategies, and quality control systems.
• Stay ahead of machining technology to strengthen competitiveness.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Operational excellence

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Team development

Budgeting & P&L

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations Management

Tools

Machining equipment understanding

Job description

At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions.

We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation.

The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It's guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles )

Who we are looking for

Are you an experienced operational leader who thrives on running and improving a diverse, high-mix manufacturing environment? As the Value Stream Lead for our Industrial & Specialty Products operation at Oribi, you'll take the lead as the senior operational leader accountable for the overall outcomes, profitability, and ongoing advancement of the value stream. You'll manage every aspect of the value stream — aligning production, engineering, quality, and supply chain operations across established manufacturing lines — with a focus on cutting waste, optimizing flow, and consistently delivering safety, quality, and on‑time performance. You'll direct operational strategies that balance the flexibility and changeover demands of a higher‑mix, lower‑volume product base while driving continuous improvement throughout the plant. Success in this role requires a hands‑on leadership style, deep knowledge of machining processes, methods, equipment, and tools, and proficiency in Lean manufacturing methodologies. You'll direct production supervisors, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, and technicians, and work closely with sourcing, engineering, quality, and Lean teams to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

What you get to do

• 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

What you bring to the team

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in machine shop management; experience with composite operations is a plus
• At least 3 years holding a leadership role in a sophisticated manufacturing environment
• Solid understanding of machining manufacturing
• Background and experience in Lean production
• Strong leadership, team‑building, and talent development skills
• Outstanding problem‑solving abilities and critical thinking
• Knowledge of ISO 9001

. The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

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