Position SummaryBroad responsibility and leadership for overall operation of a value stream. Implements the Parker Lean system and Win Strategy to ensure a safe work environment, maximize profitable growth, drive quality improvements, provide premier customer service, develop a technically qualified workforce, reduce operating costs, inventories and lead times through continuous improvements. Oversee day-to-day activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly and yearly expectations.
Responsibilities- Responsible for developing and managing Team Leaders and associates, Process Engineering, Quality, budgets, employment decisions and performance assessments of the Value Stream.
- Responsible for all aspects of managing the Value Stream to include developing associates, ensure that team consensus is used to thoroughly evaluate decisions, ensure that decisions are rapidly implemented, budget planning, employment decisions related to associates and performance assessment of all direct reports, team leaders and associates.
- Ownership of Value Stream P&L's includes cost analysis and opportunities, product line margin, PPV goals and manufacturing productivity.
- Responsible for POP implementation and long-term manufacturing strategies.
- Operational leadership including successful Lean implementation resulting in productivity gains.
- Meets with the Value Stream Leaders regularly, reflecting on problems, solutions, and challenges, thereby creating a culture of continuous improvement and contributing towards becoming a learning organization.
- Leads the Value Stream in daily operations and continuous improvements which include but are not limited to supply chain production control, establishing manufacturing priorities, coordination of activities with off-shift management and order shipments. Emphasizes the creation of continuous product flow, utilizes pull systems where flow is not currently possible, and works to level the workload.
- Creates the basis for continuous improvement and employee empowerment by ensuring that standardized work/processes are followed, countermeasures implemented and the area is compliant with safety requirements.
Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent; Masters preferred.
- 8-10 years of major professional accomplishments, including increasing responsibility and leadership of projects and teams of considerable size, scope and complexity. Previous P&L ownership experience required.
- Sufficient experience and background in accounting, PC skills, manufacturing, human resources management, inventory control and strategic planning.
- Demonstrated teamwork and team building skills in producing results by meeting organizational objectives. Capable of assessing and developing individual and team skills and capabilities. Able to create and maintain enthusiasm for new and challenging goals. Serve as a role model by promoting new ideas and positive changes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Involved with or lead a team in lean process improvements/implementation preferred.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package. Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:
Health and Well-being:• Our benefits start on day 1 of employment! We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, including Health Savings and Reimbursement Accounts.
• Wellness incentive credits leading to reduced healthcare premiums.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for health and well-being support.
• Access to multiple dental plan options and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both Childcare and Healthcare expenses as well as optional Supplemental Medical Benefits.
• Reduced healthcare premiums offered with a wellness incentive credit.
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Accidental Life & Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability insurance. Additional supplemental benefits include legal protection plan, pet insurance coverage options, and identity-theft protection.
Financial Security and Growth:• Competitive salary with an annual bonus incentive plan.
• 401k Employer match up to 5% and an annual Retirement Income Account (RIA) contribution of 3%. Overall, 8% company match.
Time Away & Work-life Balance:• Accrued generous Paid Time Off.
• Up to 15 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks at 100% pay for new family additions.
• Extras like Adoption Assistance, financial guidance resources, paid jury duty, bereavement time, and time off for citizenship testing, marriage, and birth.
Career Advancement and Education:• Career development opportunities with up to $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
• Support for ongoing education through our Educational Reimbursement program.
Parker Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):• Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!
• Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.
Additional Benefits:• Employee discounts on various services (car purchases, computer purchases, life adventures, etc.).
• Employee Referral program - Refer a family member or friend and receive a generous award for referrals that are hired (up to $4,000).
• Dress for Your Day policy, offering flexible work attire options.
• A free, on-site, 24-hour Fitness Center available to all active Team Members.
• Grab a bite to eat at the on-site cafeteria that provides a wide array of breakfast, lunch, and snacks. We also have vending machines available during scheduled breaks and lunch periods.
