Value Stream Manager - End-to-End Ops & Growth

The Gund Company; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

The Gund Company in Missouri seeks a Value Stream Manager to oversee the Order Fulfillment Process from quoting through shipping and invoicing, and to lead the plant personnel within the value stream. You will drive continuous improvement, ensure safety, manage production operations, and coordinate with service, sales, and development to meet customer needs and profitability.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and problem-solving skills, experience in manufacturing environments, and a

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and influence teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid math and analytical problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing process and drive continuous improvement
• Ensure safe working environment and lead safety initiatives
• Review costs to streamline processes and reduce lead times
• Provide guidance on methods, equipment, tooling and materials
• Meet quality, delivery, inventory, utilization and efficiency targets
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System and regulations
• Share best practices and standardize processes across facilities
• Lead kaizens and train direct reports
• Coordinate with customer service, business development, estimating and sales to address inquiries and resolve issues
• Grow profitability by managing resources, budgeting, and cost control

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mathematics

Analytical thinking

Technical direction

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

Job description

The Gund Company in Missouri seeks a Value Stream Manager to oversee the Order Fulfillment Process from quoting through shipping and invoicing, and to lead the plant personnel within the value stream. You will drive continuous improvement, ensure safety, manage production operations, and coordinate with service, sales, and development to meet customer needs and profitability.

Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and problem-solving skills, experience in manufacturing environments, and a