Value Stream Manager – Muskegon Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 102,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers seeks a Value Stream Manager for Muskegon, MI. The role supports manufacturing operations with a focus on leading value stream improvements, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in manufacturing, experience with lean tools, and strong leadership. This position offers growth within Michigan-based manufacturing networks and collaboration with partner companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field.
• Five+ years in manufacturing operations, including supervisory experience.
• Lean tools such as value stream mapping, kaizen, and standard work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production schedules with planning, maintenance, and materials teams.
• Manage staffing, training, and performance development for the value stream.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, quality standards, and company policies.
• Report performance results and improvement plans to plant leadership.
• Lead daily production activities across an assigned value stream to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Track key performance indicators and drive corrective action when results fall short.
• Coach supervisors and team leads on standard work and problem solving.
• Lead continuous improvement projects that reduce waste and shorten lead times.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

Standard Work

Production Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Production scheduling software

Job description

Job Description:

Value Stream Manager | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $102,000 – $149,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a value stream manager? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Muskegon area seeking Value Stream Managers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Value Stream Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Muskegon in Muskegon County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Muskegon Heights and North Muskegon.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Muskegon area that seek Value Stream Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Coordinate production schedules with planning, maintenance, and materials teams.
• Manage staffing, training, and performance development for the value stream.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, quality standards, and company policies.
• Report performance results and improvement plans to plant leadership.
• Lead daily production activities across an assigned value stream to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Track key performance indicators and drive corrective action when results fall short.
• Coach supervisors and team leads on standard work and problem solving.
• Lead continuous improvement projects that reduce waste and shorten lead times.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and coaching skills with hourly and salaried teams.
• Ability to read production data and use it to make decisions.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years in manufacturing operations, including supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of lean tools such as value stream mapping, kaizen, and standard work.
• Experience with production metrics, root cause analysis, and corrective action.

Bonus Qualifications

• Prior responsibility for budget or cost center management.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Background in machining, assembly, or fabrication processes.
• Experience with ERP systems and production scheduling software.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Supervisor, Continuous Improvement Manager, Lean Manufacturing Manager, Assembly Manager, Operations Superintendent, Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, Plant Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Required Skills:

Resume 5S Data Offers Kaizen Support Lean Manufacturing Operations Waste Business Process Key Performance Indicators Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Agile Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Suppliers Administration Preparation Engineering Business Training Leadership Management

Salary Package:

$ 102,000.00 – 149,000.00 (US Dollar)