Value Stream Manager I (Production Manager)

Parker • Troy, IN

95d

About The Position

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; Masters preferred.
• 3-5 years of major professional accomplishments, including increasing responsibility and leadership of projects and teams of considerable size, scope and complexity.
• Previous P&L ownership experience preferred.
• Sufficient experience and background in accounting, PC skills, manufacturing, human resources management, inventory control and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results by meeting organizational objectives.
• Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities.
• Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals.
• Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Involved with or lead a team in LEAN process improvements/implementation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Broad responsibility and leadership for overall operation of a value stream.
• Implement the Parker Lean system and Win Strategy to ensure a safe work environment, maximize profitable growth, drive quality improvements, provide premier customer service, develop a technically qualified work force, reduce operating costs, inventories and lead times through continuous improvements.
• Oversee day-to-day activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly and yearly expectations.
• Develop and manage Production Supervisors and associates, budgets, employment decisions and performance assessments of the Value Stream.
• Manage all aspects of the Value Stream including developing associates, ensuring team consensus in decision making, and rapid implementation of decisions.
• Ownership of Value Stream P&L's including cost analysis and opportunities, product line margin, PPV goals and manufacturing productivity.
• Responsible for POP implementation and long-term manufacturing strategies.
• Provide operational leadership including successful Lean implementation resulting in productivity gains.
• Meet with Production Supervisors regularly to reflect on problems, solutions, and challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead daily operations and continuous improvements including supply chain production control and establishing manufacturing priorities.
• Create a basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring standardized work/processes are followed.
• Instill and maintain a positive team atmosphere within the Value Stream; hold regular team meetings and coordinate support services.
• Utilize PDCA in conjunction with the Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to ensure results.
• Ensure effective cross-training for Value Stream Associates to assure a continuous smooth running Value Stream.
• Work with staff to develop the future state value stream map and manage plans to achieve it.

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance provided at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.
• Employee Perkz on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
• Flexible working policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree