Value Stream Manager

The Value Stream Manager (VSM) is accountable for the end-to-end performance of an assigned manufacturing value stream from raw material receipt through finished goods shipment. This role owns Safety People Quality Delivery Cost and Customer Value (SPQDCC) outcomes for the value stream and ensures disciplined execution of the ASD Lean Operating System.

Reporting directly to the Site Leader / Plant Manager the Value Stream Manager integrates production materials quality maintenance and engineering resources to deliver stable predictable performance while continuously improving flow capability and cost. This role is both execution-focused and improvement-driven serving as the primary owner of daily management problem solving and value stream optimization.

Value Stream Ownership (End-to-End Accountability)
Own end-to-end value stream performance from order release through shipment.
Serve as the single point of accountability for SPQDCC performance within the value stream.
Align production materials quality and maintenance priorities to support flow and takt adherence.
Escalate constraints and risks through Tiered Management routines.

2. Safety Leadership (S)
Lead a visible proactive safety culture within the value stream.
Ensure adherence to all EHS standards and ASD Safety Golden Rules.
Participate in daily safety walks hazard identification and near-miss follow-up.
Ensure corrective actions from incidents and audits are implemented and sustained.

3. People Development & Engagement (P)
Lead coach and develop Supervisors and Team Leaders.
Ensure skills matrices are maintained and training plans are executed.
Reinforce Leader Standard Work (LSW) expectations across the value stream.
Build a culture of accountability engagement and continuous improvement.

4. Quality & Built-In Quality (Q)
Own first-pass yield defect reduction and adherence to Quality Control Plans.
Ensure SOPs JDS and standard work are current audited and followed.
Lead structured problem solving for quality defects internal scrap and customer complaints.
Partner with Quality to drive root cause elimination and prevention.54. Delivery & Flow (D)
Own schedule adherence takt achievement and on-time completion for the value stream.
Lead Tier 3 daily management meetings to review performance constraints and recovery actions.
Partner with Materials & Planning to ensure material availability sequencing and flow.
Drive stability through leveling pull systems and visual management.

5. Cost & Productivity (C)
Own labor productivity scrap rework overtime and conversion cost performance.
Manage headcount to labor maps based on takt volume and mix requirements.
Identify and execute cost-out productivity and waste-reduction opportunities.
Ensure disciplined labor planning staffing and cross-training.

6. ASD Lean Operating System Execution
Execute ASD Lean Operating System routines within the value stream.
Own Tier 3 daily management cadence and escalation to Tier 4 as required.
Lead PDCA A3 and team-based problem solving (minimum one structured problem per value stream per 90 days).
Ensure 5S visual management and standard work sustainment.
Support annual Value Stream Mapping design and transformation planning (Kaizen Projects etc.)
Support annual Lean Operating system assessment

7. Continuous Improvement & Transformation
Lead value stream mapping and future-state implementation.
Partner with Lean IE and Manufacturing Engineering on layout flow and process improvements.
Support automation digitalization and standardization initiatives.
Ensure improvements are sustained through audits standard work and visual controls.

Leadership Expectations
Operates as a business owner not just a production manager.
Leads from the floor through presence data and disciplined routines.
Balances urgency with stability and people development.
Makes problems visible and drives structured resolution.
Models ASD Lean Operating System standards methodology and behaviors daily.

Bachelors degree in engineering Operations Business or related field preferred.
7 years of manufacturing leadership experience with direct production responsibility.
Demonstrated success leading teams in a Lean manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of flow takt standard work and daily management systems.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results through influence.
Strong communication coaching and problem-solving skills.

Position Impact
The Value Stream Manager is a critical driver of operational excellence at ASD. Success in this role directly impacts customer delivery cost performance employee engagement and the sustainability of the ASD Lean Operating System. This position bridges strategy and execution ensuring daily performance and long-term improvement move together.