Rocky Mount
9/1/26
Value Stream Production Manager
POSITION OVERVIEW:Provides strategic and hands-on leadership for assigned manufacturing departments, overseeing multi-shift assembly and/or fabrication operations to consistently achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. Applies deep knowledge and strong expertise in manufacturing processes and product technologies to optimize efficiencies of operational excellence in a fast-paced environment requiring timely decision-making and problem-resolution. Accountable for continuous improvement initiatives, workforce planning, employee engagement, and aligns production performance with operational and financial targets that support overall business goals.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:- Lead multi-shift production operations, driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance targets
- Establish and monitor KPIs, fostering a culture of safety, quality, accountability and continuous improvement
- Lead daily production operations across multiple shifts, ensuring alignment with company goals and performance expectations
- Optimize workflows, eliminate bottlenecks, and ensure adherence to standardized processes
- Execute operating plans, forecasts, and performance tracking to drive operational results
- Plan, schedule, and execute production tasks to meet on-time customer commitments and operational goals
- Balance capacity, labor, and inventory to ensure efficient, on-time, cost-effective delivery
- Lead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve quality, and lower costs
- Apply data-driven problem-solving to identify root-causes and sustain performance improvements
- Lead, coach, and develop a multi-shift workforce to drive engagement and performance
- Oversee hiring, workforce planning, and performance management, partnering with HR to strengthen training, succession planning, and employee development
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, reinforcing a strong safety culture
- Champion hazard identification initiatives, partnering with the HSE manager to implement corrective actions, and incident prevention processes
- Build and maintain cross-functional partnerships to align operations with business goals
- Manage departmental budgets and support execution of financial and operational plans
- Performs other tasks assigned
WHAT WE REQUIRE:- Bachelor's degree in business, Operations, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience with responsibility for large teams and multi-shift operations
• Extensive knowledge in Product Management and/or Production Planning
• Experience managing departmental budgets and operational performance
• Experience managing teams of 200+ employees preferred
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and operations
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Officeperience)
WHAT WE OFFER:• Taking Care of our Employees with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options.
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being.
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One.
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program.
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!
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