Quest Global Manufacturing

Controls Services Plant Value Stream Leader

Quest Global Manufacturing$120K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or higher
  • Over 10 years of experience in Systems Engineering
  • Prior experience in Gas Power Controls Engineering
  • Proven track record of improving engineering quality and performance
  • Ability to work effectively across diverse cultures
  • Exceptional communication skills at all stakeholder levels
  • 5 years of management experience

Responsibilities

  • Drive performance in quality and delivery metrics
  • Engage with customers and stakeholders to build trust
  • Balance needs of customers, employees, and the organization
  • Forecast demand using market trends and customer insights
  • Design and execute capability and capacity planning
  • Monitor delivery performance and address challenges
  • Champion a culture of quality and delivery excellence
  • Manage team performance through goal setting and appraisals
  • Support productivity initiatives to streamline processes
  • Promote employee engagement and a positive work culture
  • Lead effective team communication practices
  • Mentor managers and contribute to leadership development
  • Lead strategic projects focused on performance enhancement

Benefits

  • Flexible work options including hybrid arrangements
  • Opportunities for leadership development
  • Support for employee engagement initiatives
  • Cultural development programs
  • Recognition initiatives promoting a positive work environment
Full Job Description
Job Requirements

Roles & Responsibilities:
Value Stream Ownership: Drive performance across quality and delivery metrics; lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent Quest Global in all Value Stream-related matters; foster trust through consistent performance and responsiveness.
Stakeholder Balance: Navigate and balance the needs of customers, employees, and the organization to ensure sustainable success.
Demand/Workload Forecasting: Model and predict demand using market trends and customer insights to inform planning and resource allocation.
Capability & Capacity Planning: Design and execute plans to build capabilities and scale capacity within the Value Stream.
Delivery Management: Apply daily management practices to monitor delivery performance; proactively identify and resolve challenges.
Quality Culture Promotion: Champion systems and behaviours that uphold a culture of quality and ensure consistent delivery excellence.
Team Performance Management: Set goals, conduct appraisals, and manage performance to drive accountability and results.
Productivity Initiatives: Identify, sponsor, and allocate resources to support initiatives that improve productivity and streamline processes.
Employee Engagement & Culture: Promote a positive work environment through recognition, engagement initiatives, and cultural development.
Communication Rhythms: Lead team communication practices including all-hands meetings, information dissemination, and team connects.
Leadership Development: Mentor front-line managers and contribute to building a strong leadership pipeline.
Strategic Projects & Initiatives: Support and lead special projects focused on performance enhancement, innovation, growth, and operational hygiene.

What You Will Bring:
Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or higher, with a minimum of 5 years of management experience.
Experience: 10+ years of experience in Systems Engineering. Prior experience in Gas Power Controls Engineering is essential.
Performance Leadership: Proven track record of driving improvements in engineering quality and delivery performance across teams and projects.
Global Collaboration: Strong global mindset with the ability to work effectively across diverse cultures and geographies.
Communication Excellence: Exceptional ability to communicate and present clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels-including management, peers, team members, and clients.
Travel: Attend customer sites as needed (10%)

Pay Range: ($120,000 to $150,000 for US).

We offer flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements, to support the need of the role and align with company policies.

About Quest Global Manufacturing

Quest Global Manufacturing is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing services to the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Quest Global Manufacturing has a team of over 11,000 professionals who work with clients around the world to design, build, and maintain complex systems and components. The company's services include product design, engineering, prototyping, testing, and more. Quest Global Manufacturing is committed to delivering innovative solutions that help its clients succeed in today's competitive marketplace.
Learn more about Quest Global Manufacturing
Size
11,000 employees
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Founded
1997

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