Value Stream Manager | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $105,000 - $153,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in value stream manager? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Kalamazoo seeking skilled Value Stream Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Kalamazoo that are adding Value Stream Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the entire value stream to optimize flow, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as lead time, throughput, inventory turns, and quality.
• Manage and mentor cross-functional teams responsible for different stages of the value stream, fostering collaboration and problem-solving.
• Analyze value stream performance data to identify bottlenecks, root causes of issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with upstream and downstream partners to ensure seamless integration and coordination of material and information flow.
• Implement and sustain Lean manufacturing principles and tools throughout the value stream.
• Develop and manage the value stream budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Champion a culture of quality and customer satisfaction by ensuring products and services meet or exceed expectations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in identifying and eliminating waste within production processes.
• Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with process mapping and value stream mapping techniques.
• Leadership experience in guiding cross-functional teams towards operational excellence.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• - Experience with advanced simulation software for process optimization
• - Proven track record of implementing digital transformation initiatives within manufacturing
• - Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and interdependencies

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Operations Manager (Lean Focus), Manufacturing Engineer (Lean Focus), Supply Chain Manager (Lean Focus), Flow Manager, Optimization Manager, Business Process Manager, Service Delivery Manager (Lean Focus

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.