Value Stream Manager - Manufacturing Production

Eaton Corporation; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid and unpaid time off

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Value Stream Manager - Manufacturing Production for their facility in Euclid, OH. The individual will lead all manufacturing activities, ensuring production meets customer expectations while promoting a zero-incident culture.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, substantial manufacturing experience, and a strong background in continuous improvement strategies. Various health benefits and commitment to equal opportunity further enhance the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in manufacturing or operations support.
• Minimum two years of supervisory experience.
• Residence within 50 miles of Euclid, OH.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing and production activities to meet customer expectations.
• Supervise and train team members within the HPWT.
• Drive continuous improvement in production and safety.

Skills

Leadership and development

Continuous improvement

Project management

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Persuasive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Position Overview

Eaton’s AER FMC Fuel Motion Control Systems Aerospace division is currently seeking a Value Stream Manager - Manufacturing Production to be based at our Euclid, OH facility. The Value Stream Manager will oversee and lead all activities associated with manufacturing and production of deliverable products to meet customer expectations. Responsibilities include supervising and developing hourly and salaried resources within the High Performance Work Team (HPWT) and driving continuous improvement in production, quality, and safety through the Eaton Business System (EBS) and Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF).

Responsibilities

• Achieve a zero-incident culture by completing and submitting safety observations.
• Escalate safety concerns to the EHS Manager.
• Own ConC metrics and overall quality performance for the HPWT.
• Direct priorities for the HPWT to achieve delivery goals.
• Own the overall cost of the value stream.
• Set the tone for improvement, including idea generation and participation in site CI initiatives.
• Train and develop team members and provide oversight and coaching.
• Provide the vision and strategy.
• Lead by example as a positive role model.
• Actively engage and recognize employees.
• Empower employees, provide resources, and remove barriers for development.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum four years of experience in manufacturing or operations support.
• Minimum two years of supervisory experience.
• All applicants must be U.S. persons per ITAR; no immigration sponsorship will be provided.
• Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the Euclid, OH facility (military service members exempt).
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace or automotive industry.
• Experience managing in a union environment.
• Experience in a machining environment.
• Prior experience with assembly manufacturing processes, line balancing, and time studies.
• Continuous improvement project experience.
• Knowledge of CNC machines, tools, raw materials, production processes, quality control, and cost maximization techniques.
• Strong project management, problem‑solving, technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Persuasive communication skills.

Benefits

Eaton provides various health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs for paid and unpaid time away from work.

Safety‑Sensitive Position – Drug & Alcohol Testing

This role requires completion of a DOT‑required pre‑employment drug test and ongoing drug and/or alcohol testing, including random testing, in accordance with federal regulations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons and regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.