Value Stream Manager

Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Why don´t you join us?

Provide leadership in the implementation and achievement of the Company’s business plan and agreed objectives of production, on time delivery & arrears, quality and other key performance indicator (KPI) targets. Develop action plans and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve the benefits of identified opportunities. Drive continuous improvements efforts in implementation of LEAN manufacturing as part of TSS’s drive toward a world-class manufacturing facility.

Summary of the Role:

Provide leadership in the implementation and achievement of the Company’s business plan and agreed objectives of production, on time delivery & arrears, quality and other key performance indicator (KPI) targets. Develop action plans and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve the benefits of identified opportunities. Drive continuous improvements efforts in implementation of LEAN manufacturing as part of TSS’s drive toward a world-class manufacturing facility.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for effective coordination of new product introductions and launches with engineering and manufacturing.
• Manage the activities of team leaders and key staff to oversee the production floor, coordinate the efficient placement of manpower, and serve as the primary IT contact for the area by facilitating support requests and assisting employees with technology-related issues.
• Maintain productive, informative and functional relationships with the production employees throught\out all service departments to ensure necessary support.
• Manage on-going efforts in manufacturing excellence initiatives including corporately driven programs which required regular reporting.
• Work with Supply chain to assure raw materials on order and/or available to LOB
• Own and represent entire Value Stream in Production meetings
• Support the QMS (Quality management system) and AS9100 requirements for assigned production area.
• Communicate commits to customers/Assure timely response on all escapes and /or CAR’S (Customers or internal)
• Clear roadblocks preventing appropriate flow of assigned products works in concert with Quality, Engineering, Design, Sales, Finance etc...
• Hire train, upgrade and manage assigned department personnel activities in concert with HR. Responsible for expense management and OT budgets for assigned units.
• Support 5s initiatives and all Lean/ CI projects: Lead minimum of 3 Six sigma/ Lean events in year
• Schedule and prioritize all work within the assigned area to support production requirements and on-time completion of customer orders.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field required.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive manufacturing experience, including at least five years in a leadership, supervisory, or management role.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or experience preferred.
• Prior experience in the aerospace industry preferred.

Travel:

• Willing to travel occasionally where required. Number of days cannot be stated at this time.

The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and/or skill level. Additions to the compensation packing, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.

Compensation range: $100,000 - $120,000

Benefits offered:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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