About this role
ASC Engineered Solutions is seeking a Value Stream Manager (VSM) to lead, coordinate, and continuously improve one of two product value streams (Gruvlok or Threaded Fittings) within the machine shop. This role is responsible for ensuring customer requirements are achieved at the highest levels of safety, quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness. The Value Stream Manager serves as a key operational leader, integrating people, materials, machines, processes, and lead times to drive performance and achieve business objectives. Lead a cross-functional team of supervisors, engineers, and operators within the assigned value stream. Build and sustain a culture of accountability, teamwork, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities to team members. Own value stream performance and ensure achievement of key performance indicators, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and lead time. Collaborate closely with planning, scheduling, materials, and supply chain teams to ensure efficient flow of materials and on-time customer delivery. Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean manufacturing principles including 5S, Kaizen, SMED, standard work, visual management, and waste reduction methodologies. Develop and execute value stream roadmaps that align operational performance with business growth objectives. Identify and implement opportunities for capital investment, automation, technology enhancements, and process improvements to improve competitiveness and operational efficiency. Partner with engineering and quality teams to resolve recurring issues, improve first-pass yield, and enhance overall product quality. Track, analyze, and report daily, weekly, and monthly operational performance metrics to leadership. Lead Gemba walks, value stream reviews, and operational meetings to monitor performance, remove obstacles, and ensure alignment across functions. Drive employee involvement and ownership in achieving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals. Support strategic initiatives focused on operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth. The duties listed above are representative of the position and are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.