Value Stream Leader; Government

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Job Location:

369 PROGRESS DRIVE - MANCHESTER, CT 06042

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.

• Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards across the team.
• Conduct safety inspections and ensure proper use of machinery and protective equipment.
• Ensure team compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Ensure all production associate preventive maintenance activities are complied
• Ensure all tools and gauges in the area are properly calibrated for associate use
• Ensure all associates are following proper OMS procedures

• Oversee the entire value stream, from raw materials to finished goods, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize processes and reduce waste.

• Responsible for the life cycle of employees within the value stream. Hire, onboard, coach, mentor, develop, exit employees if necessary.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a cross-functional team including production operators, engineers, and supervisors.
• Ensure team alignment with company objectives, performance standards, and safety protocols.
• Facilitate training and professional development for team members.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety, quality, productivity cost, and delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand customer needs and expectations.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality products that meet customer specifications.
• Address and resolve any quality or delivery issues proactively.
• Have direct contact with customers to understand needs and ensure the voice of the customer is echoed throughout the value stream.

• Manage labor, materials, and equipment to optimize production efficiency and cost.
• Create and maintain production schedules to meet demand forecasts.
• Oversee maintenance and reliability of equipment within the value stream.

• Participate in developing and executing the manufacturing strategy.
• Align value stream activities with company goals for growth, sustainability, and innovation.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Understand and provide capital requests to improve the values steam KPI’s.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations management, with a focus on lean principles.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and quality systems.
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on team motivation, development, and performance improvement.
• Hands-on technical experience with manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Effective problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems and production scheduling tools.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.