A Value Stream Leader is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the value stream within a manufacturing process to ensure safety, quality, and delivery meet or exceed organizational and customer expectations. They play a critical role in driving lean principles, managing resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
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Safety
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Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards across the team.
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Conduct safety inspections and ensure proper use of machinery and protective equipment.
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Ensure team compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
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Ensure all production associate preventive maintenance activities are complied
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Ensure all tools and gauges in the area are properly calibrated for associate use
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Ensure all associates are following proper OMS procedures
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Value Stream Management
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Oversee the entire value stream, from raw materials to finished goods, ensuring alignment with business goals.
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Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
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Develop and implement strategies to optimize processes and reduce waste.
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Leadership and Team Development
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Responsible for the life cycle of employees within the value stream. Hire, onboard, coach, mentor, develop, exit employees if necessary.
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Lead, mentor, and motivate a cross-functional team including production operators, engineers, and supervisors.
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Ensure team alignment with company objectives, performance standards, and safety protocols.
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Facilitate training and professional development for team members.
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Operational Performance
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Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety, quality, productivity cost, and delivery.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
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Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards.
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Customer Focus
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Collaborate with stakeholders to understand customer needs and expectations.
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Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products that meet customer specifications.
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Address and resolve any quality or delivery issues proactively.
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Have direct contact with customers to understand needs and ensure the voice of the customer is echoed throughout the value stream.
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Resource Management
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Manage labor, materials, and equipment to optimize production efficiency and cost.
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Create and maintain production schedules to meet demand forecasts.
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Oversee maintenance and reliability of equipment within the value stream.
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Strategic Planning
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Participate in developing and executing the manufacturing strategy.
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Align value stream activities with company goals for growth, sustainability, and innovation.
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Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
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Understand and provide capital requests to improve the values steam KPI’s.
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or a related field.
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5+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations management, with a focus on lean principles.
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Strong leadership and team-building skills.
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Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies.
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Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
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Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Skills and Competencies:
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Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and quality systems.
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Proven leadership skills with a focus on team motivation, development, and performance improvement.
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Hands-on technical experience with manufacturing equipment and tools.
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Effective problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities.
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Experience with ERP systems and production scheduling tools.
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Commitment to fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
