Value Stream Supervisor (Large Non-Clog)

741 Crane Pumps & Systems PFT Corp.; Piqua (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Performance-based bonus

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Crane Pumps & Systems in Piqua, Ohio, seeks a Value Stream Supervisor to lead a manufacturing value stream within the Operations team. You will guide hourly staff, drive lean improvements, and coordinate with the Plant Manager to achieve on-time delivery and cost/quality targets.

The role emphasizes development of direct reports, utilization of IATF tools, and ongoing process improvements, with a focus on safety and 5S adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Lean manufacturing experience in operations.
• Ability to travel when required.
• State issued driver’s license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with PC software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Experience with process improvement tools (PFMEA, SPC, 5S).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a strong manufacturing team by promoting Crane’s core values.
• Assign staff to meet departmental goals and support on-time delivery.
• Lead Gemba cadences, weekly walks, and startup/standup meetings.
• Analyze and track KPI data daily.
• Develop and implement methods to improve cost, quality, and safety.
• Ensure 5S standards are adhered to in area.
• Drive intellectual capital development for direct reports and leadership.
• Own the value stream from inventory to delivery and push for continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Team development

Ambiguity management

Travel flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

PFMEA

SPC

5S methodologies

Job description

Value Stream Supervisor, Large Non-Clog LOCATION: Piqua, Ohio BUSINESS UNIT: Crane Pumps & Systems DEPARTMENT: Operations SEGMENT: Process Flow Technologies REPORTS TO: Plant Manager BASIC FUNCTION: The Value Stream Supervisor is a key part of the CP&S team. This position is responsible for leading the execution of breakthrough operational improvement activities under the direction of the Plant Manager. The role is a developmental assignment for a high potential individual. They will be expected to utilize lean manufacturing techniques to improve the bottom line of the business while learning to supervise hourly associates. The position will supervise direct and indirect labor associated with the value stream.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Manage and develop a strong manufacturing team by embracing Crane’s Intellectual Capital process and promoting the company’s core value
• Assist in assigning staff to meet departmental goals and support production to meet OTD
• Participate/lead the Gemba cadences including weekly Gemba walk and startup/standup meetings
• Analyze, understand and track Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) daily.
• Develop/implement methods, procedures, and systems to improve service, cost, quality, and safety performance
• Ensure 5S standards are adhered to in area
• Recognize and reward positive contributions of employees
• Exercise the Company’s progressive discipline policies when applicable and documents actions accordingly
• Ensure proper use of IATF tools including Process Flow Charts, Control Plans, PFMEAs, SPC, and MSA
• Participate in the Intellectual capital process.
• Lead the intellectual capital process for their direct reports within the value stream and participate through personal involvement in development
• Other duties as assigned
• In addition to standard supervisory activities, the Value Stream Supervisor will: Assume accountability for the value stream (Inventory through customer delivery) Document the current state, develop the future state, and track steps to achieve the future state.
• Lead the associated value stream to implement FFV and continuous improvement through regular cadence of activities/kaizens (Facilitate, lead, and participate as needed to ensure success)

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work through ambiguity and change.
• Track record of driving lean initiatives in operations
• Ability to travel
• State issued driver’s license
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with key PC software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Process Improvement experience
• Analytical skills and understanding of problem solving techniques/tools
• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor and coach
• Ability to work effectively with Senior Leadership
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

BENEFITS AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

• Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions.
• Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs.
• We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.

OUR CULTURE

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful.