Value Stream Leader - Copper/Brass Production
API Heat Transfer•Franklin, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
General ThermoDynamics is seeking a results-driven Value Stream Leader to oversee our Copper/Brass production operations. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role is responsible for the end-to-end performance of a key manufacturing value stream, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people leadership. This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving operational excellence and team development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
- Proven success leading supervisors and managing multi-functional teams
- Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Demonstrated ability to drive results across safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Nice To Haves
- Experience with copper and/or brass manufacturing processes
- Background in heavy manufacturing or heat exchanger production
- Lean/Six Sigma certification
- Experience managing a value stream or business unit
Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of Copper/Brass production from planning through execution
- Ensure alignment with customer demand and plant performance objectives
- Drive results across key metrics: safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost
- Direct, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and production employees
- Build a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
- Strengthening frontline leadership capability and support succession planning
- Champion Lean manufacturing tools such as: Value stream mapping, Standard work, 5S and visual management
- Identify and eliminate waste, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies
- Improve throughput, workflow, and material flow across operations
- Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with all policies and OSHA standards
- Partner with Quality to reduce defects, scrap, and rework
- Drive root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions
- Partner with Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to optimize operations
- Coordinate with supporting fabrication operations (Iron Ridge) to ensure seamless material flow
- Support new product introductions and process improvements
- Monitor and control labor, productivity, and operational costs
- Analyze performance data and implement action plans to drive improvement
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Career growth within API Heat Transfer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
