Value Stream Leader

Albany International Corp.•Boerne, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The VSL is responsible for all aspects regarding Safety, Quality, Delivery, & Cost (SQDC) of the assigned production Value Stream(s). Value Stream (VS) is defined from receipt of materials through the shipment of good to the customer. The VSL will closely interact with the Director - Operations/Manufacturing Manager, other Production & Technical Leaders, Project/Manufacturing Engineers, Program Managers, Customer Operations, and Quality teams in carrying out duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of relevant manufacturing methods, techniques, and related equipment.
Basic knowledge/understanding of Lean manufacturing practices.
Exhibits a passion for operational and transactional process improvements.
Developing analytical aptitude with proven problem solving abilities.
Exhibits the following math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, fractions, and decimals
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to lead a cross functional team.
Basic proficiency with MS Office suite.
Must be highly organized, with good attention to detail, self-motivated and able to work independently.
Planning and project organization - ability to plan over a 3-6 month time span involving multiple inputs from external and internal customers.
Excellent communication, resourcefulness and relationship building skills.
Ability to work 24/7 schedule and be available as business situations require.
Relevant Work Experience: Manufacturing supervision and planning experience preferred.
Strong leadership skills and willingness to learn required.

Nice To Haves

Lean and/or Six Sigma training from a recognized organization preferred.

Responsibilities

Put Safety first at all times, never compromise on safety for the obtainment of other objectives. Responsible for health and safety of themselves and coworkers.
Interface with the Customer as needed.
Develops strategies and budgets to achieve operational goals in the areas of Safety, Quality Delivery, and Cost (SQDC).
Implement and champion Lean Manufacturing practices. Drive continuous improvements in the areas of SQDC.
Observe, support, & contribute to Company safety programs, policies & initiatives. Implement and continually monitor safe work practices in Value Stream. Conduct required safety & environmental audits, 5S audits, JHA assessments, identify hazards, and assure that all other employees follow safe work practices.
Utilize manpower, equipment, and material resources to meet or exceed the Value Stream's productivity goal (pieces/hour) and ensure that labor is flexed. Manage uptime, change over, standard work in adherence to cycle time.
Ensure delivery targets are met 100% of the time while adhering to plant Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives.
Develop/apply a consistent Visual Management system of KPIs and display those in the SQDC meeting area / white-board(s).
Mentor/teach VS employees on the use/interpretation of KPIs.
Implement 5S in the VS.
Conduct regular Tier / employee meetings.
Ensure that new product and process launches follow the required NPI launch process and are completed within the required timeline and budgeted resources.
Learn, implement, and support efforts of operational documentation (FMEA, Control Plans, PPI, reports, internal audits, etc.)
Ensure all Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities are identified and implemented throughout the VS.
Develop and maintain employee training and development objectives and matrix. Eliminate single points of failure by cross training employees on all shifts, all processes.
Develop and verify risk mitigation plan (contingency) for all processes within VS.
Work with Engineering to develop a capacity model for the VS.
Troubleshoot and facilitate in solving production problems related to SQDC applying appropriate root cause analysis tools as needed.
Responsible for timely SAP transactions, MR closure, and minimal open production orders.
Ensure Leader Standard Work is being conducted and necessary actions are being completed on a timely basis.
Coordinate with Production Planning, Program Management, Customer Operations and other departments as needed to execute customer requirements.
Ensure availability of production supplies. Coordinate resource allocation with other Value Stream Leaders. Ensure that all procedures are being followed and company policies are being implemented. Create an environment of mutual trust and respect and motivation.
Monitor time and attendance system (Kronos). Ensure program charging in Kronos is completed accurately. Monitor hours charged vs. forecast and react to significant deviations.
Execute employee performance management consistent with Company policy.
Coordinate with Human Resources to execute staffing plan.
Drives high levels of employee engagement thru best practices utilization
Builds employee talent levels and capabilities thru hiring and training/development best practices and addresses talent gaps proactively