Value Stream Manager

Pdm Llc; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Health benefits

401(k) match

PTO

Job summary

Power & Data Management (PDM) is seeking a Value Stream Manager in Houston, hybrid role, to own end-to-end operational performance for an assigned product family—from production readiness and material availability through manufacturing, quality, testing, and delivery.

You’ll lead Production Managers and teams, drive Lean initiatives, remove barriers, and partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, Quality, Maintenance, and Finance to meet safety, delivery, and cost targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and manufacturing leadership experience.
• 8–10 years of progressive manufacturing experience with 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, problem solving, KPI-driven daily management.

Responsibilities

• Own overall SQDCP performance for the value stream—safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people metrics.
• Lead daily execution of the production plan and align priorities with commitments.
• Monitor throughput, labor utilization, WIP, bottlenecks, capacity, and schedule adherence.
• Identify and remove barriers impacting material, production, quality, testing, and shipment.
• Lead, coach, and develop Production Managers, Supervisors, and Team Leaders.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing, standard work, and daily management.
• Interface with Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, Quality, Maintenance, HR, and Finance.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

KPI Management

Cross-functional Leadership

Data-driven Decision Making

People Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field; equivalent relevant manufacturing leadership experience may be considered.

Job description

Industry: Power Distribution / Electrification / Critical Infrastructure Equipment

Location: Houston, TX – Hybrid

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Performance Based Bonus

About Power & Data Management (PDM)

Power & Data Management (PDM) is a critical power infrastructure company helping customers bring capacity online faster across hyperscale data centers, utilities, renewable energy, EPCs, manufacturing, and other mission-critical markets. Through engineering expertise, strategic manufacturing partnerships, and disciplined project execution, PDM delivers utility-grade transformers, circuit breakers, gas‑insulated switchgear, solid‑state transformers, and other power infrastructure solutions that enable reliable, scalable growth.

At PDM, we believe speed and quality should never be a tradeoff. Our team combines deep engineering expertise with a relentless focus on execution to help customers reduce project risk and accelerate energization. From concept through commissioning, we partner with customers every step of the way to deliver the critical infrastructure that powers what’s next.

Built for Speed. Powered by Innovation. Engineered for Certainty.

Position Overview

The Value Stream Manager is responsible for the end-to-end operational performance of an assigned product family or value stream, from production readiness and material availability through manufacturing, quality, testing, and delivery. The role owns execution, flow, operational performance, and delivery results across the value stream.

Key Responsibilities

• Own overall SQDCP performance for the assigned value stream, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people metrics.
• Lead daily execution of the production plan and ensure priorities align with customer commitments and plant objectives.
• Monitor throughput, labor utilization, WIP, bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and schedule adherence.
• Identify and remove barriers affecting material flow, production flow, quality, testing, and shipment.
• Lead, coach, and develop Production Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders, and other assigned operational resources.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, structured problem solving, standard work, visual management, and sustained daily management routines.
• Serve as the primary operational interface with Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, Quality, Maintenance, EHS, Finance, HR, and Operational Excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field; equivalent relevant manufacturing leadership experience may be considered.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive manufacturing experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership role with responsibility for production, operations, or a major manufacturing area.
• Demonstrated experience managing safety, quality, delivery, cost, workforce performance, production planning, capacity management, and operational performance management.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, structured problem solving, root cause analysis, standard work, visual management, and KPI-driven daily management.
• Strong analytical, communication, cross-functional leadership, and people-development skills, with the ability to resolve complex operational issues.

Nice To Have

• Experience in electrical equipment, power systems, transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, substation equipment, or other engineered heavy industrial products.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume, engineered-to-order, configure-to-order, or complex manufacturing environments.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, Value Stream Management experience, Industrial Engineering or manufacturing engineering background, PMP or formal project management experience, and ERP or manufacturing performance systems experience.

Why Join Us

• Competitive base salary + performance bonus
• Full benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO)
• Be a key player in high-growth sectors, like data center infrastructure and energy transition
• Work within a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with strong cross-functional support
• Shape the go-to-market strategy in your vertical and make an industry-wide impact

Requirements added by the job poster

• No need for visa sponsorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

At PDM, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas drive innovation. PDM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.