Value Stream Manager - Manufacturing
Kannon Manufacturing Kannon Manufacturing Fort Worth, TX Fort Worth, TX Full-time Full-time From $70,000 a year From $70,000 a year Job Summary Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Value Stream Manager oversees the Order Fulfillment Process (from quoting through shipping and invoicing) for their assigned market.
The VSM is also responsible for the planning, monitoring, and continuous improvement of their value stream.
Essential Job Functions Oversee, monitor, and establish continuous improvement for the day to day manufacturing process:
Review cost data to streamline processes and lower manufacturing costs Recommend revision of methods, equipment, tooling and/or materials to maintain maximum quality and efficiency in performance of production personnel, while minimizing costs and lead times Achieve manufacturing goals for quality, delivery reliability, order fill time, inventory as of sales, utilization, and efficiency Ensure compliance with Kannon Manufacturing's Quality Management System, and all federal, state, and local government regulations Share best practices across the company while adopting best practices from other facilities to insure we standardize processes across facilities at the best practice level Lead kaizens to solve business problems Implement visual management systems to facilitate the order fulfillment and production process Grow sales by coordinating with customers, business development, and sales personnel to:
Appropriately address technical product inquiries Participate in root cause analysis of customer returns and complaints Resolve backorders in a timely manner Provide manufacturing expertise to new product development Communicate with customers & vendors in a professional and timely manner Meet with customers and maintain the facility in tour-ready condition so they have confidence in our ability to meet their needs during periodic visits Participate in the gross profit review process to eliminate money losing jobs and insure continuous improvement of the quoting process Drive and maximize production throughput in a manner that meets customer specifications and company profitability goals.
Work with plant leadership and production managers to meet customer demand Ensure the availability of necessary resources including tooling, equipment, facilities, programming and raw material Participate in the NCR process to reduce rework and eliminate customer complaints Work with the plant leadership team to eliminate waste throughout both the order fulfillment and manufacturing process Qualifications and Competencies Ability to lead and influence people and teams Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing Very good math skills Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Technically competent and able to provide clear direction.
Education and Experience A bachelor's degree in technical field and four years of experience in management, or any similar combination of education and experience is required.
At least two years of experience in a manufacturing industry is required.
Knowledge of Quality Concepts (i.
e.
SPC, TQM, JIT) and Quality Systems (i.
e.
ISO 9000, Six Sigma, Zero Defects) is preferred.
Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment is a combination of office, manufacturing and warehouse.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $70,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
Experience:
Manufacturing:
5 years (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The VSM is also responsible for the planning, monitoring, and continuous improvement of their value stream.
Essential Job Functions Oversee, monitor, and establish continuous improvement for the day to day manufacturing process:
Review cost data to streamline processes and lower manufacturing costs Recommend revision of methods, equipment, tooling and/or materials to maintain maximum quality and efficiency in performance of production personnel, while minimizing costs and lead times Achieve manufacturing goals for quality, delivery reliability, order fill time, inventory as of sales, utilization, and efficiency Ensure compliance with Kannon Manufacturing's Quality Management System, and all federal, state, and local government regulations Share best practices across the company while adopting best practices from other facilities to insure we standardize processes across facilities at the best practice level Lead kaizens to solve business problems Implement visual management systems to facilitate the order fulfillment and production process Grow sales by coordinating with customers, business development, and sales personnel to:
Appropriately address technical product inquiries Participate in root cause analysis of customer returns and complaints Resolve backorders in a timely manner Provide manufacturing expertise to new product development Communicate with customers & vendors in a professional and timely manner Meet with customers and maintain the facility in tour-ready condition so they have confidence in our ability to meet their needs during periodic visits Participate in the gross profit review process to eliminate money losing jobs and insure continuous improvement of the quoting process Drive and maximize production throughput in a manner that meets customer specifications and company profitability goals.
Work with plant leadership and production managers to meet customer demand Ensure the availability of necessary resources including tooling, equipment, facilities, programming and raw material Participate in the NCR process to reduce rework and eliminate customer complaints Work with the plant leadership team to eliminate waste throughout both the order fulfillment and manufacturing process Qualifications and Competencies Ability to lead and influence people and teams Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing Very good math skills Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Technically competent and able to provide clear direction.
Education and Experience A bachelor's degree in technical field and four years of experience in management, or any similar combination of education and experience is required.
At least two years of experience in a manufacturing industry is required.
Knowledge of Quality Concepts (i.
e.
SPC, TQM, JIT) and Quality Systems (i.
e.
ISO 9000, Six Sigma, Zero Defects) is preferred.
Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The work environment is a combination of office, manufacturing and warehouse.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $70,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
Experience:
Manufacturing:
5 years (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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