Value Stream Supervisor

Scope of Role

Responsible for the supervising and sustaining assigned value streams. Demonstrated success in applying basics of Lean: Single piece flow, setup time reduction, inventory reduction, 5S, etc. Will supervise both machining and assembly teams this includes timekeeping while maintaining positive employee relations, team-oriented problem solving, and administering employee discipline and recognition as related to Company policy.

Essential Duties

• Supervises and coordinates the activities of production and workers, including coordinating the production schedule.
• Responsible for Safety and 5S in assigned value stream areas.
• Responsible for team building and skill development of the employees in the value stream areas assigned.
• Responsible for monitoring each production associate’s daily attendance for accuracy and approval.
• Provides regular feedback and performance management to team – administers correction when necessary.
• Conducts Daily Value Stream Walk: Looking for proper flow, disruptions to flow, (identify on issue board), and adherence to standard work instructions.
• Coaches employees, defect data collection, and talks with operators about disruptions and ideas on continuous improvements.
• Makes sure safety and quality practices are monitored, assessed, and corrected.
• Improves key metrics: Safety, Quality, OTD, Schedule Attainment, Units Per Man Hour, and Productivity.
• Manages Value Stream Board to ensure processes are implemented and followed.
• Works with other value stream owners and managers to develop and administer consistent departmental and corporate policies.
• Writes and conducts development plans for employees within value stream.
• Demonstrates experience and knowledge in the manufacturing and/or industrial industry.
• Be a self-starter while maintaining high ethical standards.
• Work well with others.
• Work well under pressure and within time constraints.
• Show excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask as needed.
• Show exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Show ability to operate computers and program or software applications with proficiency.
• Show commitment to continuous improvement, safety, and quality standards.
• Show ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Show capability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Show proficiency in basic cost accounting concepts.
• Show organizational skills.
• Create and sustain training and implement rotation of employees for cross training and career development.
• Improve On Time Delivery by managing staffing and increasing units per hour.
• Improve 5S audit scores.
• Increase Employee Engagement survey results by 5% from previous year.

  Education And Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field or equivalent experience with at least one (1) year demonstrated success in supervision OR
  • Associate’s Degree in Business or Engineering with at least three (3) years demonstrated success in supervision or manufacturing technical support, OR
  • At least five (5) years demonstrated success in manufacturing supervision, OR
  • At least five (5) years GAST Product experience with at least one (1) year demonstrated success in supervision, OR
  • At least 10 years of experience directly supervising a team in any industry.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of Lean processes, tools, and one piece flow, preferred.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of manufacturing processes, preferred.

  Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements

  • Must have the ability to work varying shifts, including weekends.
  • Possesses technical aptitude and mental/physical/visual acuity.
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.

  GAST Manufacturing, a Unit of IDEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.