Value Stream Manager Jobs in Chaska, MN (NOW HIRING)

Shift:    Morning - Monday - Friday - 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM 

Annual Salary: $120,000

Scope of This Position:     
Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Value Stream Leader will develop and drive the manufacturing processes through continuous improvement to deliver and sustain profitable growth. The fundamental task will be to assist the Plant Manager in the operation of the department, develop strategy and provide functional direction to Group Performance Leaders and Team Performance Leaders.

Responsibilities:
• Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and the strategic goals of the Company and business units. 
• Collaborates with colleagues to achieve safety and environmental performance objectives for the department.
• Collaborates with Plant Manager and sets short- and long-term production goals for the site. 
• Directs and manages the overall production plan for the operation.
• Collaborates with functional area managers on the determination of materials, space, equipment and personnel needs as well as the development and implementation of processes, procedures, assignment and execution of functional responsibilities, and determination of budget and costs constraints. 
• Communicates the Company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for site. 
• Evaluates performance against production goals and adjusts allocations of resources (e.g., personnel, equipment, materials) as needed to optimize quality and amount of equipment, machinery and components produced, market share of customers, quality of services provided, and cost-efficiency of operations. 
• Reviews and analyzes reports of key business performance data, collaborates with management team on operations, and maintains knowledge of current market trends and best practices for region and industry.
• Engages the team in supervising day-to-day operations.
• Provides strategic guidance and resources to troubleshoot highly complex issues related to departmental operations and customer service.
• Initiates engineering projects and new product launches. 
• Leads Lean improvement projects and acts as the liaison between Lean improvement personnel and their respective groups.
• Develops and leads the implementation of operational initiatives in support of Lean Six-Sigma manufacturing (e.g., department utilization improvement, process capability enhancement, customer satisfaction, employee involvement). 
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency. -Sets and communicates standards, deploys resources, and achieves clear and measurable performance expectations for the operation.

Internal Interaction Required With:
•    Production Operators 
•    Support Personnel (i.e., Operations, Production Control, RD&E, Training, Human Resources, Accounting/Finance, Quality, etc.)

Manages:
•    Has full managerial responsibility which includes having direct reports, assigning work to staff, coaching and training employees, setting goals, being accountable for performance evaluations, plan staff development, and makes and approves people management decisions either alone or in collaboration with management and HR (including recruitment, promotions, terminations, and compensation).

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree Required; Technical and/or Finance discipline strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing work experience
• Molding experience required
• Injection Molding experience preferred 

Additional Qualifications: 
• Able to work both independently and within a team, generating results with general/minimal guidance from management
• Green Belt Certification preferred
• Has direct reports, assigns work to staff, provides coaching and training, sets goals, is accountable for performance evaluation, plans staff development, and makes and approves people management decisions either alone or in collaboration with management and HR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively apply MS Excel and other analysis tools to real-world problem-solving
• Must be flexible, innovative and comfortable in setting own priorities
• Polished presentation, business acumen and facilitation skills
• Good understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
• Experience with high volume operations
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Change Agent experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Benefits and Perks
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid elder care
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance