Value Stream Manager - Whitehall Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Atlanta (MI); On-site; USD 106,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Whitehall, MI is seeking an experienced Value Stream Manager to lead end-to-end value streams from raw materials to customer delivery. The role emphasizes lean improvements, cross-functional leadership, and budget oversight to drive safety, quality, and cost performance.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in manufacturing with 2+ years in leadership, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in value stream optimization within a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven Lean manufacturing principles experience (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize end-to-end value stream from raw material to customer delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve key performance indicators for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Foster a culture of problem-solving and associate engagement within the value stream.
• Manage and mentor a team of direct reports, including production supervisors and engineers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, engineering, and supply chain to align value stream activities with business objectives.
• Oversee budget and resource allocation for the assigned value stream.
• Implement visual management systems to monitor performance and drive accountability.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Value Stream Manager | Whitehall, MI

Salary Range: $106,000 - $154,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in value stream manager? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Whitehall, seeking experienced Value Stream Managers to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Whitehall region seeking Value Stream Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize end-to-end value stream from raw material to customer delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve key performance indicators for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Foster a culture of problem-solving and associate engagement within the value stream.
• Manage and mentor a team of direct reports, including production supervisors and engineers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, engineering, and supply chain to align value stream activities with business objectives.
• Oversee budget and resource allocation for the assigned value stream.
• Implement visual management systems to monitor performance and drive accountability.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience implementing and sustaining Lean manufacturing principles (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing at all levels.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Value Stream Leader, Lean-Agile Leader, Agile Release Train Engineer, Solution Train Engineer, Release Train Engineer, Portfolio Lead, Program Manager, Senior Program Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Process Improvement Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.