Value Stream Manager

About Re:Build

At Re:Build our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made at scale in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers employees and communities by revitalizing Americas manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country including in historically deindustrialized regions.

We operate an advanced end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense electrification medical energy and environment and robotics and automation.

The way we operate is as important as the work we do. Its guided by The Re:Build Way 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other partner with our customers and vendors and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles)

Who we are looking for

Are you an experienced operational leader who thrives on running and improving a diverse high-mix manufacturing environment As the Value Stream Lead for our Industrial & Specialty Products operation at Oribi youll take the lead as the senior operational leader accountable for the overall outcomes profitability and ongoing advancement of the value stream. Youll manage every aspect of the value stream aligning production engineering quality and supply chain operations across established manufacturing lines with a focus on cutting waste optimizing flow and consistently delivering safety quality and on-time performance. Youll direct operational strategies that balance the flexibility and changeover demands of a higher-mix lower-volume product base while driving continuous improvement throughout the plant. Success in this role requires a hands-on leadership style deep knowledge of machining processes methods equipment and tools and proficiency in Lean manufacturing methodologies. Youll direct production supervisors manufacturing engineers quality engineers and technicians and work closely with sourcing engineering quality and Lean teams to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

What you get to do

• Lead the ongoing development and execution of the strategic plan to run and grow the Industrial & Specialty Products operation ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and industry-standard processes while running daily operations including production maintenance quality and logistics to guarantee on-time delivery to customers
• Ensure a zero-incident culture by implementing safety protocols regulatory requirements (OSHA FDA etc.) and environmental compliance
• Recruit hire develop and mentor a high-performing team across production quality supply chain and engineering to build an accountable results-driven culture
• Champion Lean principles (Value Stream Analysis Rapid Improvement Events SMED 5S etc.) to eliminate non-value-added activities and reduce waste in a high-mix low-volume environment
• Monitor and improve key metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) productivity scrap and labor efficiency using Basic Problem Solving and Root Cause Countermeasure methods
• Own the value streams budget and P&L implementing cost-reduction strategies and managing labor overhead and operating expenses to achieve financial targets
• Own production scheduling and the management of material forecasts to ensure material availability optimize inventory and support reliable on-time delivery
• Partner with Sourcing/Supply Chain Technical Quality and Commercial teams to advance process flow and align manufacturing capabilities with established customer requirements and emerging industrial market demands
• Optimize and enhance existing manufacturing processes automation strategies and quality control systems to ensure high-yield cost-efficient production across established lines
• Stay at the forefront of emerging machining technologies and manufacturing advancements to continuously strengthen the value streams competitiveness

What you bring to the team

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Manufacturing Operations Management or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years of experience in machine shop management; experience with composite operations is a plus
• At least 3 years holding a leadership role in a sophisticated manufacturing environment
• Experience managing high-mix low-volume production and/or diverse product portfolios preferred
• Solid understanding of machining manufacturing
• Background and experience in Lean production
• Strong leadership team-building and talent development skills
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities and critical thinking
• Knowledge of ISO 9001

.The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

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