Value Stream Manager

As a global leader in the design and manufacture of a wide range of specialty heat exchangers and heat transfer solutions, API Heat Transfer has a legacy of industry-leading performance that can be traced back more than 140 years. Throughout our history, we’ve built a corporate culture based on reliability and superior performance - from our innovative technologies to the people behind them. Experience has taught us that design and engineering expertise, supported by professionals who have a passion for their work, can bring about only one result: the ability to provide the right solutions for our customers.

Value Stream Manager

Join Our Team as a Value Stream Manager - Drive Operational Excellence in Manufacturing!

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for manufacturing, lean manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, and continuous improvement? We’re looking for a results-driven Value Stream Manager to oversee our production and manufacturing engineering departments. This role drives daily execution and long-term improvement by applying lean manufacturing principles, managing cross-functional collaboration, championing safety and efficiency, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. With strong leadership and analytical skills, the Value Stream Manager aligns teams, streamline processes, and supports strategic initiatives such as capacity planning and cost reduction to meet business goals. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are ready to make a measurable impact, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations in production, assembly, test and manufacturing engineering to meet or exceed performance targets in safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead meetings with the team related to customer complaints, driving to root cause and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Drives strong focus on quality to the customer by building quality into products and processes and maintaining clean and organized workspaces.
• Analyzes operating results, developing corrective actions as necessary.
• Create the basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work/processes are followed, countermeasures implemented, and the area drives safety improvements.
• Works with planning to prioritize work and adhere to production schedules striving to meet or exceed on-time delivery goals. Finds methods for improving output while reducing cycle times.
• Manages department performance measures, including KPI boards, and provides regular reports to management.
• Articulates facility constraint issues and works to overcome manufacturing obstacles.
• Drive cross-functional coordination by working closely with engineering, scheduling, quality, supply chain, finance, and customer support to resolve issues and deliver customer value and meet production goals.
• Develops departmental operating budgets and manages expenditures to accomplish goals.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Implement and sustain lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a culture of safety.
• Maintain accuracy of routings and bills of materials.
• Participate in daily production meetings, biweekly control room meetings, and weekly operations staff meetings.
• Prioritize and ensure adherence to production schedules.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in ERP systems preferably Plex and manufacturing software.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient in data analysis and summarization to drive action.
• Familiarity with data visualization and performance tracking tools
• Familiarity with ISO standards and regulations.
  
  

Communication Skills:

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups, including employees or customers.
• Ability to present complex ideas, anticipate objections, and influence others to adopt a different view or approach.
• Excellent written communication for reports, procedures, and cross-functional updates.
• Experienced in coaching and feedback to develop teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.
  
  

Technical Requirements:

• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of project management processes
• Ability to apply lean/six sigma concepts in the work environment.
• Experienced structured problem-solving methodologies to identify issues, implement corrective actions, and sustain improvements.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Supervisory experience, including coaching, directing, and motivating employees.
• Knowledgeable of OSHA/Safety requirements and appropriate Environmental standards.
• Understanding of optimal material handling and warehouse operation functions
• Understanding of Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S, Kanban, Pull Systems, and Flow.
• Understanding of material requirements planning (MRP) and shop floor control systems to ensure production alignment and inventory accuracy.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Environment: Manufacturing floor with potential exposure to temperature extremes, dust, fumes, manufacturing chemicals, and noise.
• PPE: Safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection required.
• Physical Demands: Standing/walking for extended periods, occasional lifting (25-50 lbs), manual dexterity, and visual acuity.
• Schedule: Primarily day shift with occasional evening or weekend work as needed.
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and innovative team.
• Lead meaningful projects that drive real results.
• Grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
  
  

Ready to lead with purpose and precision? Apply today and help us shape the future of manufacturing excellence!

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