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Crane Aerospace & Electronics

Value Stream Manager I

Crane Aerospace & Electronics, Lynnwood, Washington, United States, 98037

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About Crane Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash. facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviation’s Alice all-electric aircraft.

Essential Functions

Work closely with other functions of the business such as Order Management, Supply Chain, Scheduling, Manufacturing and Design Engineering, Quality, Finance, Program Management, and Business Unit leaders

Drive accountability for daily performance reporting and problem solving of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as safety/quality/delivery/cost/growth (plan, do, check, and act)

Champion kaizen events with focus on continuous improvement and productivity initiatives; Support lean initiatives by leading/facilitating kaizen events

Develop associates to reach their maximum potential and build a highly skilled, highly regarded and highly motivated customer focused team

Participate in budget preparation and long-range capital planning

Own, develop, and drive the continuous improvement roadmap and implementation plan to achieve operational objectives and future state vision

Summarize results and prepare presentations for executive and customer review

Practice safe work habits as established by OSHA and Crane policy

Support Crane Business System (CBS) initiatives including 5S, KPIs, Standard Work, Problem Solving, and other initiatives as they arise

Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Major accountabilities include, but are not limited to: associate safety, product quality, on-time delivery, financial results (operational costs), and growth planning

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of experience directly supporting operations

Knowledge: Production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods; business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources

Skills/Abilities: Strong critical thinking skills; Excellent time management/sense of urgency; Complex problem-solving ability; Good judgment and decision making skills; Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or related field

Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications

BA or BS degree in Science or Business

2+ years of supervision experience

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment

Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment such as eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE

May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes

May require up to 5% travel time

Standing: 20% (percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task)

Sitting: 80% (percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task)

Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 75 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of computer

Workspace: cubicle/desk

Top Benefits

Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month

Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year

401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

For a full list of our benefits, please visit https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or our website at www.CraneAE.com.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug‑free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool. #CAE

Salary Range 115,247 – 151,026.60. Salary depends on experience, skills, training and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in a performance‑based bonus program.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Manufacturing

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