Value Stream Manager

Value Stream Manager at Parker Aerospace Overview 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 team aims to enable engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Position summary Broad responsibility and leadership for the overall operation of a value stream. Implements 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 workforce, and reduce operating costs, inventories and lead times through continuous improvements. Oversees day-to-day activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly and yearly expectations. This role will have two Value Stream Team Leader direct reports. Responsibilities include developing and managing Team Leaders and associates, Process Engineering, Quality, budgets, employment decisions and performance assessments of the Value Stream. Manage all aspects of the Value Stream including associate development, team decisions, rapid decision implementation, budget planning, and performance assessments for direct reports and team members. Responsibilities Ownership of all aspects of the Value Stream, including cost analysis, opportunities, product line margin, PPV goals and manufacturing productivity. Responsible for POP implementation and long-term manufacturing strategies. Operational leadership including Lean implementation resulting in productivity gains. Meet with the Value Stream Leaders regularly to discuss problems, solutions and challenges, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Lead the Value Stream in daily operations and continuous improvements including supply chain, production control, manufacturing priorities, and coordination with off-shift management and order shipments. Aim for continuous product flow and, where flow is not possible, implement pull systems and workload leveling. Establish standardized work/processes, implement countermeasures, and ensure safety compliance. Foster a positive team atmosphere with regular meetings and clear task assignments; utilize PDCA with Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to drive results; lead Star Point and Natural HPTs to promote collaboration. Ensure cross-training for Value Stream Associates, including backups from other areas, to maintain continuous operation and quality from first-pass fixes. Collaborate with Division Staff to develop the future state value stream map and manage plans in the Site Tracking Center; maintain Team Improvement Boards and related centers as part of a visually controlled environment. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; Master’s preferred. 5-7 years of major professional accomplishments with increasing responsibility and leadership of projects and large teams; previous P&L ownership preferred. Experience in accounting, PC skills, manufacturing, human resources management, inventory control and strategic planning. Strong teamwork and team-building skills; ability to develop individuals and teams and promote positive change; effective written and verbal communication. LEAN process improvements/implementation experience preferred. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Compensation and benefits We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package, including: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance with competitive premiums. 401(k) with company matching contributions up to 5% of pay. Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with a 3% annual contribution. Career development and tuition reimbursement. Parental leave, short and long-term disability, adoption assistance, and other benefits at no cost to you. Supplemental benefits including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness at competitive rates. Paid time off and up to 13 company-paid holidays. Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Parker also requires export compliance eligibility where applicable. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination. Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. All applicants will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. Location and job details North Charleston, SC; Salary range: $93,750.03 - $137,500.05 Summerville, SC; Salary range: $200,000.00 - $250,000.00 Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Production Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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