BAE Systems

Value Stream Spec Sr

BAE Systems • $75K — $95K *
Louisville, KY 40214In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of progressive work experience or equivalent
  • Strong interpersonal skills for communication and negotiation
  • Proficiency in detailed data analysis for performance improvement
  • Proven ability to lead teams and implement Lean practices
  • Skilled in resolving complex technical issues
  • Experience in fast-paced, independent work environments
  • Knowledge of manufacturing audits, root cause analysis, and project management methods

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary contact for the production team on the 2nd shift
  • Ensure manufacturing schedules are met by collaborating with engineering and quality teams
  • Set clear goals for the manufacturing team focusing on safety and quality
  • Plan production processes and manage resource availability
  • Develop and implement measures to enhance safety and product quality
  • Align project initiatives with business strategies through teamwork
  • Monitor departmental financial performance to meet targets

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a pivotal production team within submarine product lines
  • Engagement in a mission-critical manufacturing environment
  • Focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
  • Potential for career advancement within a large defense contractor
  • Support for a safety and quality-driven workplace culture
Full Job Description
Job Description

Join BAE Systems as a Value Stream Supervisor (VSS) in Louisville, KY, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting our submarine product lines. Operating on the 2nd shift (4:00 PM - 2:30 AM), you will serve as the primary leader for the production team. We are looking for a dedicated manager to oversee touch labor, drive operational excellence, and empower your team to deliver high-quality results in a mission-critical environment.

As a Value Stream Supervisor you will:
  • Be the primary program point of contact for the assigned shift and provide leadership of day to day execution.
  • Oversee the overall manufacturing process to ensure schedule is achieved by working with manufacturing engineering, production planning, and quality control.
  • Plan and direct the activities of the manufacturing team and set clear expectations and goals to ensure focus on safety, quality, schedule and delivery.
  • Plan and organize production processes and availability of necessary resources.
  • Assesses and applies measures, methods, and techniques designed to improve safety, product, and process quality, efficiency, productivity, and equipment and process performance; recommends changes in working conditions and modification in machine tools and plant facilities.
  • Work proactively with the management team to ensure that site efforts and project initiatives are aligned with business needs and strategic direction.
  • Support and encourage a culture and an attitude with an emphasis on safety, and quality improvement.
  • Monitor financial performance of department to ensure targets are being met.


Required Skills and Education

  • Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years or more progressive work experience or equivalent experience.
  • Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with management and employees at all levels, customers, and suppliers.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform detailed data analysis, identify areas for improvement, and drive focused actions to initiate change.
  • Ability to lead teams and drive Lean / continuous improvement culture.
  • Ability to understand, analyze, and resolve complex technical problems.
  • Ability to work independently and be effective in a fast paced environment.
  • Experience hosting audits in manufacturing environment, root cause and corrective action methods and project management for implementing new methodologies to resolve systemic issues.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Must be able to interpret drawings, work instructions, routings, etc.
  • Must be a US citizen and be capable of obtaining/maintaining a security clearance.


Preferred Skills and Education

  • Experience with Machining, and Weld/Fab
  • Experience working with a labor union
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts
  • Experience with US Government contracts or Weapon Systems technologies
  • Six Sigma problem solving, if not Six Sigma, some experience with structured problem solving techniques (i.e.- 5 Whys, RCCA, etc.)

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
Learn more about BAE Systems
Size
90,500 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1997
NASDAQ
BAESF
* Ladders Estimates

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