Value Stream Production Manager

Kaba Ilco Corp; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation and personal time off

401k matching

Tuition reimbursement

Learn and Grow program

Job summary

Kaba Ilco Corp seeks an experienced manufacturing leader to oversee multi-shift assembly and fabrication operations in Rocky Mount, NC. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while applying deep knowledge of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and profitability.

Responsibilities include establishing KPIs, coaching a large team, coordinating with HR and finance, optimizing workflows, and embedding Lean initiatives to sustain high performance and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in manufacturing.
• Experience leading large teams & multi-shift operations.
• Extensive knowledge in Product Management and/or Production Planning.
• Experience managing budgets and 200+ employees.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-shift production operations, driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance targets.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, fostering a culture of safety, quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Lead daily production operations across multiple shifts, ensuring alignment with goals.
• Optimize workflows, eliminate bottlenecks, and ensure adherence to standardized processes.
• Execute operating plans, forecasts, and performance tracking to drive results.
• Plan, schedule, and execute production tasks to meet on-time customer commitments.
• Balance capacity, labor, and inventory for efficient delivery.
• Lead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and costs.
• Apply data-driven problem-solving to identify root-causes and sustain improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop a multi-shift workforce; drive engagement and performance.
• Oversee hiring, workforce planning, and performance management with HR.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Champion hazard identification and incident prevention processes.
• Build cross-functional partnerships to align operations with goals.
• Manage departmental budgets and support financial plans.

Skills

Leadership

Lean

Production planning

Budgeting

Team management

Data analysis

Communication

HSE standards

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Provides strategic and hands-on leadership for assigned manufacturing departments, overseeing multi-shift assembly and/or fabrication operations to consistently achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. Applies deep knowledge and strong expertise in manufacturing processes and product technologies to optimize efficiencies of operational excellence in a fast-paced environment requiring timely decision-making and problem-resolution. Accountable for continuous improvement initiatives, workforce planning, employee engagement, and aligns production performance with operational and financial targets that support overall business goals.

What You Will Do

• Lead multi-shift production operations, driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance targets
• Establish and monitor KPIs, fostering a culture of safety, quality, accountability and continuous improvement
• Lead daily production operations across multiple shifts, ensuring alignment with company goals and performance expectations
• Optimize workflows, eliminate bottlenecks, and ensure adherence to standardized processes
• Execute operating plans, forecasts, and performance tracking to drive operational results
• Plan, schedule, and execute production tasks to meet on-time customer commitments and operational goals
• Balance capacity, labor, and inventory to ensure efficient, on-time, cost-effective deliveryLead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality, and lower costs
• Apply data-driven problem-solving to identify root-causes and sustain performance improvements
• Lead, coach, and develop a multi-shift workforce to drive engagement and performance
• Oversee hiring, workforce planning, and performance management, partnering with HR to strengthen training, succession planning, and employee development
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, reinforcing a strong safety culture
• Champion hazard identification initiatives, partnering with the HSE manager to implement corrective actions, and incident prevention processes
• Build and maintain cross-functional partnerships to align operations with business goals
• Manage departmental budgets and support execution of financial and operational plans
• Performs other tasks assigned

What We Require

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience with responsibility for large teams and multi-shift operations
• Extensive knowledge in Product Management and/or Production Planning
• Experience managing departmental budgets and operational performance
• Experience managing teams of 200+ employees preferred
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and operations
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

What We Offer

• Taking Care of our Employees with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options.
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being.
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One.
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program.
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

WHY JOIN DORMAKABA?

Advanced Diagnostics, Ilco and Silca, comprise the Key Systems business unit of the parent Group dormakaba. Key Systems is the global leader in the Locksmithing and Automotive locksmithing industry and first key-blanks manufacturer, providing to our customers worldwide the latest technology and an outstanding know how. The uniquely extensive range of products and solutions – such as vehicle keys cloning and programming devices, residential keys’ duplication solutions, key machines for professionals – is distributed in more than 130 countries, with a tailored presence of our three leading brands by channel and country.

At Kaba Ilco, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.