Manufacturing Value Stream Manager

Are you a results-driven leader passionate about operational excellence and team success? Emerson is seeking a Value Stream Manager to lead a dynamic, high-tech manufacturing environment producing large, custom-designed control valves. In this role, you will drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Lead Operations & Scheduling
  • Oversee master scheduling, inventory control, and customer service functions.
  • Manage machining and assembly operations across multiple shifts.
  • Manage multiple manufacturing shifts, both directly and indirectly, ensuring alignment with production goals
• Drive Continuous Improvement
  • Implement and sustain lean practices (Kanban, Kaizen, 5S).
  • Identify and execute annual cost reduction initiatives.
  • Develop best practices and standard operating procedures.
• Manage Financial & Resource Planning
  • Create tactical plans aligned with sales and operations planning.
  • Develop and maintain annual expense budgets.
  • Optimize capital usage and implement new technologies.
• Build & Develop Teams
  • Assess skill gaps, provide training, and deliver constructive feedback.
  • Supervise salaried and union employees, including overtime as needed.
  • Maintain strong communication across all organizational levels.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance
  • Spend significant time on the shop floor and enforce safety standards.
  • Apply company policies and administer union contracts effectively.

You create competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action. You step up to handle tough issues. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You push yourself and help others achieve results.

• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving to complex manufacturing and organizational issues.
• Direct leadership of salaried employees.
• Ability to navigate shop floor and office environments, including stairs.
• Proven track record of leading complex initiatives and achieving business objectives.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, delegation, and emotional intelligence skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience (assembly, machining, quality control).
• Experience managing in a union environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Synchronous Flow, SMED, and TPM.
• Familiarity with Oracle 11i and ISO
  9002 standards.
• Previous P&L or budget responsibility.

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Marshalltown, Iowa, combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of a thriving city. Located in central Iowa, less than an hour from both Des Moines and Ames, Marshalltown offers easy access to urban amenities while providing a variety of local outdoor recreation activities like hiking, biking, golf, swimming, and exploring local parks. With its affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant diverse local culture, Marshalltown is a welcoming place to call home!