Wrap Manufacturing Value Stream Manager (Plant 3)

100Hires, Inc.; Marysville (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. is seeking a leader to drive the Wrap Manufacturing value stream at Plant 3. You will guide a high-performing team, oversee staffing and training, and direct end-to-end production from first piece through final audit to meet customer demand.

Leaders use Lean tools and structured problem solving (5 Why, Fishbone, A3) to reduce waste, improve yield, and ensure safety and quality. Strong APQP/PPAP, KPI management, and ISO/IATF compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Lean manufacturing experience leading wrap/production environments.
• Strong problem-solving using 5 Why, fishbone, and A3 methods.
• Experience with APQP/PPAP, KPI-driven production, and ISO 14001/IATF 16949 compliance.
• Fluency with operational metrics and scheduling for complex lines.

Responsibilities

• Guide a high-performing team through daily tier meetings and align priorities.
• Oversee staffing, cross-training, coaching, and performance development.
• Direct end-to-end production across wrap lines, metal encapsulation, handling, curing, and finishing.
• Collaborate with Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to optimize flow and meet delivery commitments.
• Monitor run rates, throughput, downtime, scrap, and takt adherence; adjust as needed.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

SMED

Kanban

TPM

Poka‑Yoke

Problem Solving (5 Why, Fishbone, A3)

Production Planning

ISO 14001 & IATF 16949

Tools

ERP/MES

Job description

Lead the Wrap Manufacturing Value Stream at Plant 3Picture your day starting on the floor of Plant 3. You open with a quick safety huddle, walk the Gemba, and scan the SQDC board. Takt time, OEE, and delivery status are top of mind as you coach team leads, align schedules, and remove obstacles so the wrap manufacturing value stream runs smoothly from first-piece approval to final audit.What Your Day Looks LikeGuide a high-performing team through daily tier meetings, clarifying priorities and ensuring safe, reliable output that meets customer demand.Oversee staffing, training, cross-training, and performance coaching; build capability and maintain a positive, accountable workplace.Direct end-to-end production across wrap lines, metal encapsulation, material handling, curing, and finishing—owning standardized work, visual controls, and error-proofing.Collaborate closely with Planning, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to optimize flow, minimize downtime, and meet delivery commitments.Monitor run rates, throughput, downtime, scrap, and takt adherence; make in-shift adjustments to protect schedule attainment.Relentless ImprovementUse Lean tools—5S, Kaizen, VSM, SMED, Kanban, TPM, and Poka‑Yoke—to eliminate waste, increase efficiency, and improve material yield.Analyze bottlenecks with data and lead structured problem solving (5 Why, Fishbone, A3) to deliver sustained results.Champion cost reduction, resource optimization, and ROI-backed capital improvements.Safety, Environment, and QualitySet the standard for safety: enforce PPE, LOTO, machine guarding, and chemical handling; conduct safety walks, incident investigations, and corrective actions.Uphold ISO 14001 practices including waste management, emissions control, and hazardous materials handling; support ergonomic and 5S excellence.Operate to IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements; maintain control plans, inspection standards, traceability, and swift responses to nonconformances, CAPAs, SCARs, deviations, and customer feedback.Verify first-piece approvals, in-process checks, and final audits; track scrap, rework, dimensional accuracy, metal wrap integrity, and bonding performance.Data, Reporting, and SystemsTrack KPIs—OEE, scrap, throughput, labor efficiency, safety, and customer delivery—and maintain visible performance boards.Ensure accurate ERP/MES data entry; publish weekly and monthly performance summaries with insights and actions.Change & New Product IntegrationLead controlled rollouts of process changes and engineering revisions; ensure training and competency ahead of implementation.Drive APQP deliverables (PFMEA, control plans, work instructions, PPAP) and coordinate trials, capability studies, and validation runs.Budget & Resource StewardshipAllocate labor, approve overtime, and manage costs for the value stream.Optimize usage of metals, adhesives, films, insulation, and wrap components.Culture You’ll NurtureFoster teamwork, safety, quality, and accountability; encourage engagement and ownership of improvement ideas.Serve as the communication bridge between production teams, leadership, and support functions.What You BringContinuous improvement mindset with hands-on Lean Manufacturing experience.Depth in 5 Why root cause analysis and structured problem solving.APQP knowledge and PPAP execution.Fluency with operational metrics and KPI management.Expertise in production planning and scheduling.Experience sustaining ISO 14001 and working within IATF 16949 environments.