Value Stream Manager

Southwire•Starkville, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Value Stream Manager manages manufacturing operations at Southwire’s Starkville, Mississippi plant. The role leads professional staff and production teams to support efficiency, safety, and product quality in an electrical manufacturing environment. The manager aligns departmental plans and priorities with business needs, production schedules, and available resources; maintains compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards; and works to optimize workflows and reduce production downtime. The position advises leadership on process improvements, equipment upgrades, and operational strategies, and provides technical and leadership guidance to supervisors and team members to support consistent quality and adherence to production standards. The role manages staff performance and development and has 2–5 direct reports. Work takes place in an office and on a plant/warehouse floor, with various shifts. The position involves occasional travel (listed as none), and may include overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in engineering, business, or a related field.
Ability to manage manufacturing operations and provide leadership to professional staff and production teams.
Experience managing staff performance and development.

Nice To Haves

8–11 years of experience.
Experience in the manufacturing industry and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Advise leadership on manufacturing strategies and resource allocation aligned with organizational objectives.
Represent the manufacturing department in management meetings and support cross-functional collaboration.
Manage processes and assignments to streamline manufacturing workflows and meet production goals on time.
Define project terms and establish objectives for manufacturing initiatives and performance outcomes.
Develop and implement operational plans to optimize productivity, quality, and efficiency.
Direct workflow across internal teams to integrate cross-functional efforts and maximize resource utilization.
Educate internal and external stakeholders on industry best practices and regulatory compliance.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and safety protocols.
Monitor production processes and implement corrective actions to meet established quality standards.
Manage staff performance and development, coaching team members toward departmental goals.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.