Value Stream Manager

Hunter Recruiting; Troy (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Recruiting is seeking a Value Stream Manager to provide leadership and accountability for the overall operation of a value stream. The role drives lean manufacturing initiatives, ensures a safe and efficient work environment, and focuses on profitable growth, quality improvement, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations and aligning performance with short- and long-term objectives, leading Supervisors and associates, managing scheduling, supply chain

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience managing complex projects or teams.
• Experience with P&L ownership and a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, finance, and workforce management.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive results, and develop talent.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence change.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Production Supervisors and associates, including performance management, hiring decisions, and budget oversight.
• Manage all aspects of the value stream, ensuring effective decision-making, rapid implementation, and alignment with operational goals.
• Own value stream financial performance, including P&L management, cost analysis, margin improvement, and productivity targets.
• Drive lean manufacturing strategies and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through regular engagement with supervisors and teams.
• Oversee daily production activities, including scheduling, supply chain coordination, and shipment execution.
• Promote flow, pull systems, and workload leveling to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Ensure adherence to standardized work, safety requirements, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Build a positive team environment through communication, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Utilize structured problem-solving tools (e.g., PDCA) and visual management systems to drive performance.
• Support cross-training initiatives to ensure workforce flexibility and operational continuity.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute future-state value stream strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Job description

The Value Stream Manager

provides leadership and accountability for the overall operation of a value stream. The position drives lean manufacturing initiatives, ensures a safe and efficient work environment, and focuses on profitable growth, quality improvement, and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations and aligning performance with short- and long-term business objectives.

• Lead and develop Production Supervisors and associates, including performance management, hiring decisions, and budget oversight.
• Manage all aspects of the value stream, ensuring effective decision-making, rapid implementation, and alignment with operational goals.
• Own value stream financial performance, including P&L management, cost analysis, margin improvement, and productivity targets.
• Drive lean manufacturing strategies and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through regular engagement with supervisors and teams.
• Oversee daily production activities, including scheduling, supply chain coordination, and shipment execution.
• Promote flow, pull systems, and workload leveling to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Ensure adherence to standardized work, safety requirements, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Build a positive team environment through communication, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Utilize structured problem-solving tools (e.g., PDCA) and visual management systems to drive performance.
• Support cross-training initiatives to ensure workforce flexibility and operational continuity.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute future-state value stream strategies.

Value Stream Manager Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience managing complex projects or teams.
• Experience with P&L ownership and a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, finance, and workforce management.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive results, and develop talent.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence change.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives preferred.