Value Stream Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Watts Water Technologies•Fort Worth, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This highly motivated individual, as part of the Value Stream team, will be responsible for all Value Stream operations, including developing associates, achieving manufacturing goals, managing budgets, driving performance, and making timely operational and employment decisions for team leaders and associates. This position is responsible for supervision of 35 direct reports. This position reports to the Value Stream Manager, will be fully onsite and based in Fort Worth, Texas.

Requirements

Two-year associate degree or equivalent
3+ years of supervisory experience and manufacturing accomplishments, including increasing responsibility and the execution of lean projects and teams of considerable size, scope and complexity.
Demonstrated experience in managing costs, PC skills, manufacturing, inventory control and production planning.
Demonstrated ability to lead and build effective teams to achieve objectives and results.
Knowledge and experience in LEAN manufacturing and foundational lean/problem solving tools
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Knowledge of company policies, rules and regulations applying to area of responsibility
Working knowledge of all manufacturing processes, equipment, parts and components in area of responsibility
Knowledge of all environmental health and safety, quality and labor standards applying to area of responsibility
Leadership and facilitation skills, problem solving and supervisory skills, and planning skills
Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
Ability to work 2nd shift Monday-Thursday 2PM-12:30AM
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Nice To Haves

Travel Requirements: 5%

Responsibilities

Lead daily Value Stream operations and continuous improvement activities to achieve production goals, support AOP objectives, establish manufacturing priorities, coordinate with supply chain and off-shift leadership, and ensure on-time shipment of customer orders.
Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives that improve productivity through continuous flow, pull systems, workload leveling, and waste reduction.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by ensuring adherence to standardized work, implementing corrective actions, maintaining safety compliance, and utilizing WPS, 5S, and quality tools to support visual management and problem-solving.
Ensure equipment reliability, safety, and operational effectiveness through regular audits and the implementation of preventive auditing processes.
Foster a positive, accountable team environment by conducting regular team meetings, assigning responsibilities, and coordinating resources and support across departments.
Facilitate tier meetings and employee engagement activities that encourage problem-solving, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
Develop and maintain a cross-trained workforce through training plans and skills matrices that ensure operational flexibility and business continuity.
Partner with site leadership to develop, execute, and measure future-state value stream initiatives and continuous improvement strategies.
Manage employee performance through regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and recommendations related to development, advancement, and compensation.
Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)