Value Stream Manager

Dakota Bodies Llc; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakota Bodies Liberty in Liberty, MO is seeking aValue Stream Manager to lead planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing operations within their value stream. You will manage Shift Supervisors, drive safety, quality, and on-time production within budget, and contribute to continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and development of talent in a metal fabrication environment. On-site position with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of managerial experience in manufacturing (metal fabrication preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with multitasking ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment.
• Ensure production meets high quality standards.
• Develop and mentor VS team members.
• Coordinate with leadership to align priorities.
• Oversee maintenance coordination and scheduling.
• Drive cost control and continuous improvement.
• Produce and report production data and KPIs.
• Maintain transparent communication across levels.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing knowledge

MS Office

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Result orientation

Management experience

Self-motivation

People development

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location: Dakota Bodies Liberty - Liberty, MO 64068-8273Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: AnyJob Category: Manufacturing

The Value Stream Manager (VSM) leads the planning, scheduling, and execution of manufacturing operations within their value stream. He/she is responsible for cost-effective planning, processing, and production. This role will be the direct manager for each Shift Supervisor within their value stream. The VSM contributes to the success of Dakota Bodies Liberty operations by ensuring products are manufactured with uncompromised safety and the highest quality while being produced on-time, within budget.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Always promotes a safe working environment.
• Ensures production is carried out according to high quality standards set forth by the company.
• Training and development of VS team members. Ability to create effective teams and develop next level talent.
• Communicates professionally with appropriate team members and leadership to understand schedule priorities and react accordingly.
• Works with Maintenance team to accommodate routine and annual maintenance activities.
• Ensure efficient production scheduling to achieve plant production targets.
• Identifies opportunities for cost control and works to implement them with support from the Assistant Plant Manager and Operations Director.
• Focused on ongoing process improvement.
• Manages collection and reporting of production data, KPI’s etc. to support routine dashboards and special reports as required by the Assistant Plant Manager and/or Operations Director.
• Operates with transparency and earns trust at all levels through communication and actions.

Other duties, as assigned

QualificationsRequired Skills & Experience

• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Proficient with MS Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High attention to detail.
• Creative problem solver.
• Positive attitude with a track record of delivering results
• 5+ years of managerial experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in metal fabrication.
• Self-motivated with strong ability to multitask and operate with minimal supervision.
• Ability to motivate, manage, and develop people of all skill levels effectively.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Ability to effectively lead and manage in a fast-paced environment.
• Welding, and fabrication knowledge and process preferred
• Lean Manufacturing Experience preferred