Value Stream Supervisor

Crane Company•Piqua, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Value Stream Supervisor is a key part of the CP&S team. This position is responsible for leading the execution of breakthrough operational improvement activities under the direction of the Plant Manager. The role is a developmental assignment for a high potential individual. They will be expected to utilize lean manufacturing techniques to improve the bottom line of the business while learning to supervise hourly associates. The position will supervise direct and indirect labor associated with the value stream.

Requirements

Strong communication skills
Analytical skills and understanding of problem solving techniques/tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor and coach
Ability to travel
State issued driver’s license
Proficiency with key PC software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
Process Improvement experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Ability to work effectively with Senior Leadership
Track record of driving lean initiatives in operations
Demonstrated ability to work through ambiguity and change
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and develop a strong manufacturing team by embracing Crane’s Intellectual Capital process and promoting the company’s core value
Assist in assigning staff to meet departmental goals and support production to meet OTD
Participate/lead the Gemba cadences including weekly Gemba walk and startup/standup meetings
Analyze, understand and track Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) daily. Develop/implement methods, procedures, and systems to improve service, cost, quality, and safety performance
Ensure 5S standards are adhered to in area
Recognize and reward positive contributions of employees
Exercise the Company’s progressive discipline policies when applicable and documents actions accordingly
Ensure proper use of IATF tools including Process Flow Charts, Control Plans, PFMEAs, SPC, and MSA
Participate in the Intellectual capital process. Lead the intellectual capital process for their direct reports within the value stream and participate through personal involvement in development
Other duties as assigned
Assume accountability for the value stream (Inventory through customer delivery)
Document the current state, develop the future state, and track steps to achieve the future state.
Lead the associated value stream to implement FFV and continuous improvement through regular cadence of activities/kaizens (Facilitate, lead, and participate as needed to ensure success)