Value Stream Manager | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range: $101,000 - $148,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in value stream manager? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Charlotte, seeking experienced Value Stream Managers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Charlotte 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

• Lead and optimize the entire value stream from raw material to finished product delivery.
• Identify and eliminate waste and non-value-adding activities within the value stream.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve flow, reduce lead times, and increase throughput.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, engineering, quality, supply chain) to achieve value stream goals.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the value stream, driving continuous improvement.
• Manage resources and capacity planning to meet demand and optimize operational efficiency.
• Champion lean manufacturing principles and methodologies throughout the value stream.
• Facilitate problem-solving sessions and root cause analysis for value stream disruptions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of value stream mapping and continuous improvement techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive operational excellence.
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• - Experience with advanced statistical process control (SPC) tools
• - Proven track record of successfully implementing Kaizen events
• - Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and their application in value stream optimization

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Production Manager, Director of Operations, Senior Process Engineer, Workflow Manager, Business Process Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Flow Manager, Product Value Stream Manager

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.