Value Stream Supervisor - Lean Manufacturing Lead

BAE Systems, Inc.; Osseo (MN); On-site; USD 82,779 - 140,723; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking a Value Stream Supervisor (VSS) for the Maple Grove facility to lead the PGM value stream.

This 1st shift, 9/80 role requires direct management of touch labor and primary leadership of production teams, ensuring safety, quality, and delivery. You will collaborate with manufacturing engineering, production planning, and quality control to meet schedules, analyze data for continuous improvements, apply Lean methodologies, and drive cost efficiency while maintaining a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience in a production setting.
• Experience with electronic assembly processes in an ESD and FOD controlled environment.
• Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with management and employees at all levels, customers, and suppliers.
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed data analysis, identify areas for improvement, and drive focused actions to initiate change.
• Demonstrated ability to work and lead collaboratively in a cross‑functional team environment with salaried and hourly personnel to meet the needs of the business.
• Ability to lead teams and drive Lean/continuous improvement culture.
• Ability to understand, prioritize, analyze, and resolve complex technical problems.
• Ability to work independently and be effective in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience hosting audits in manufacturing environment, root cause and corrective action methods and project management for implementing new methodologies to resolve systemic issues.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to interpret drawings, work instructions, routings, etc.
• Must be a US Person and able to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead touch labor and production teams on the assigned shift.
• Plan and direct manufacturing activities to meet schedules.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering, production planning, and quality control.
• Foster Lean culture and continuous improvement.
• Monitor department financial performance and ensure targets are met.
• Coordinate resources for smooth operations and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Lean/Continuous improvement

Communication

Problem solving

Audits and corrective actions

Drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking a Value Stream Supervisor (VSS) for the Maple Grove facility to lead the PGM value stream.

This 1st shift, 9/80 role requires direct management of touch labor and primary leadership of production teams, ensuring safety, quality, and delivery. You will collaborate with manufacturing engineering, production planning, and quality control to meet schedules, analyze data for continuous improvements, apply Lean methodologies, and drive cost efficiency while maintaining a