Overview:
As a Value Stream Foreman, you will lead and coordinate the activities within a specific value stream to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of products or services. This role involves overseeing production processes, managing a team and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance.
Responsibilities:
Value Stream Leadership:
- Lead and supervise all activities within the assigned value stream, including production, quality, and maintenance.
- Ensure the value stream operates in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Team Management:
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of production, maintenance, and quality professionals.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture, emphasizing accountability and continuous improvement.
Production Planning and Scheduling:
- Collaborate with the production planning team to develop and execute production schedules based on customer demand and inventory targets.
- Monitor and adjust schedules as needed to meet production goals.
Continuous Improvement:
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the value stream.
- Identify and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall performance.
Performance Monitoring:
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for the value stream and regularly monitor and analyze performance metrics.
- Implement data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for improvement.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, and logistics, to ensure seamless coordination and communication.
- Address and resolve issues that may impact the value stream's performance.
Quality Assurance:
- Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure that products meet or exceed established quality standards.
- Implement and maintain quality control procedures within the value stream.
Resource Optimization:
- Manage resources effectively, including manpower, equipment, and materials, to meet production demands.
- Collaborate with procurement to ensure a stable and cost-effective supply chain.
Safety Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.
- Conduct regular safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Generate regular reports on key performance metrics and value stream performance.
- Maintain accurate documentation of processes, procedures, and changes within the value stream.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations Management, or 10 plus years of experience.
- Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong understanding of value stream mapping, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions to improve performance.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
- Strong Electrical Background is a plus.