Value Stream Leader

We have been retained by a specialist manufacturer based in the Greater Manchester area to source a Value Stream Leader to lead the operational performance of a key manufacturing area. A fantastic opportunity to drive improvements across a growing SME manufacturer that is now part of a larger group.

Leading a multi functional manufacturing team, you will be responsible for the end to end performance of your value stream, ensuring the safe, efficient and effective delivery of products whilst driving a culture of continuous improvement:

• Lead the day to day performance of a manufacturing value stream, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives.
• Develop and implement initiatives to improve productivity, efficiency and quality through Lean manufacturing.
• Establish a high performance culture around accountability, teamwork, engagement and continuous improvement.
• Develop, coach and mentor your team, and supporting the ongoing development of people throughout your team.
• Monitor and report on key operational KPIs, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to eliminate waste, improve processes and maximise manufacturing performance.

An experienced manufacturing leader, you will have a proven track record of managing a value stream, production area or manufacturing operation within a fast paced manufacturing environment. You will be proactive, engaging and credible, with the ability to lead from the front and inspire those around you. Proven success in delivering improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity and cost is essential. Experience of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, KPI management and people development would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join an established, secure and growing manufacturer in order to progress their career. This role offers immediate challenge as well as the opportunity to influence operational strategy and play a key role in the continued growth and success of the business.