Value Stream Manager | Mason, MI

Salary Range: $102,000 - $149,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in value stream manager? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Mason seeking experienced Value Stream Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Mason 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

• Oversee the end-to-end flow of materials and information for a specific value stream.
• Identify and eliminate waste and bottlenecks within the value stream to improve efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer value and satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles and tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, supply chain, and quality.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the value stream and take corrective actions as needed.
• Manage resources and personnel within the value stream to optimize performance and achieve objectives.
• Foster a culture of problem-solving and continuous learning within the value stream team.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Demonstrated success in identifying and eliminating waste within manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of value stream mapping and its application in process optimization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights.
• Experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• - Experience with advanced statistical process control (SPC) software
• - Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, AI, Big Data analytics)
• - Proven track record in implementing supply chain optimization initiatives
• - Experience managing cross-functional teams in a unionized environment

Job Titles That Should Apply

Value Stream Lead, Lean Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Flow Manager, Agile Coach (Value Stream Focus), Product Value Stream Manager, Service Value Stream Manager, Operations Manager (Value Stream Focus), Lean Six Sigma Manager, Business Process 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.