Value Stream Supervisor - Swing Shift

Value Stream Supervisor - Swing Shift at The Unitech Group

Overview

The Value Stream Supervisor will report to the Shared Services Value Stream Manager and play a vital role in optimizing the operations and performance of the composite manufacturing value stream. This role serves as a link between the production team, engineering, quality control, and management to streamline the manufacturing process, drive continuous improvement, and maximize customer value. The Value Stream Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day activities of the production process to ensure efficiency, quality, and adherence to schedules.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Shared Services Value Stream Manager and collaborate to align goals, objectives, and strategies for the value stream.
• Oversee and supervise the operations of the value stream, ensuring smooth flow of materials, resources, and information throughout the production process.
• Coordinate and manage the activities of the value streams production team to achieve production targets and meet customer requirements.
• Maintain accuracy of ERP system configuration (Bill of Materials, Routers, Labor Tracking, Daily Balancing, and Quality Records) in partnership with the VSM.
• Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles to optimize operational efficiency and minimize costs.
• Monitor KPIs to assess value stream performance, identify improvements, and address issues or bottlenecks.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts, fostering problem-solving, employee engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to enhance technical competencies and ensure a capable workforce.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards within the value stream.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and supply chain to optimize performance and resolve interdepartmental issues.
• Assist in the execution of Standard Work and development of SOPs for related processes.
• Identify improvement opportunities and work with minimal supervision to attain results and process enhancements.
• Assist in evaluating root cause analyses and documenting countermeasures.
• Develop relationships across value streams, shops, and sites to maximize resource use and expertise.
• Foster ownership and accountability within the team.
• Work with the VSM to ensure the team is trained, resourced, and managed to meet strategic objectives.
• Provide regular updates to the VSM and report performance to executive management as needed.
• Provide regular reports on value stream performance, progress, and improvement initiatives to the Operations Director and other stakeholders.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Proven success in fast-paced, technical manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on project management experience and ability to implement time-sensitive initiatives.
• Results-driven with strong strategic thinking and adaptability to change.
• Experience working in collaborative, multi-functional teams with measurable business outcomes.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information and records.

Skills & Abilities

• Solid knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify gaps, analyze data, and implement solutions.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities in a dynamic manufacturing setting.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with manufacturing software and tools for data analysis, production planning, and performance tracking.
• Familiarity with safety and quality standards in the composite manufacturing industry.
• Leadership qualities to motivate and guide teams toward goals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience in composite manufacturing; prior supervisory or leadership role in manufacturing.

Job Details

• Department: Operations
• Reports To: Shared Services VSM
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Travel Requirements: None
• Work Schedule: Swing Shift (Mon-Thur; 1PM-11:30PM)
• Base Location: Hayden, ID
• Pay Range: $60,000 $73,000 annually (includes shift differential)
• Position Status: Full Time

Unitech Composites is an equal opportunity employer.