We are looking to add a Value Stream Manager to our plant in Carlisle, PA. The Value Stream Manager has general management responsibility for the overall manufacturing processes as well as the physical facility. This includes strategic planning for the manufacturing responsibilities including product quality, cost management, plant safety, and employee relations. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Develop a manufacturing team to provide exceptional customer service at the lowest possible cost while maintaining a safe work environment. Specific duties include management of employee development/training, plant scheduling, recruiting/terminations, customer contact, root cause analysis, financial tracking, safety implementation, supplier evaluation, and process improvement.
• Oversight and leadership of the Lean Manufacturing journey in the plant. This includes leveraging the Carlisle Operating System (COS) to drive daily, incremental improvement in all aspects of the site. Additionally, strong emphasis on employee engagement, capacity improvement, visual management, and advanced manufacturing techniques are required for success in this role.
• Oversee inventory control to include all raw materials, supplies, and finished goods.
• Creating an environment for success among supervisory and production employees. It is pertinent that the Operations Manager convey an attitude that is positive and confident; coach their staff to achieve their highest level of performance while treating them with respect and dignity.
• Coach and develop supervisors and team leaders in their managerial skills to align with overall company goals.
• Collaborate and interact with cross functional departments and at various levels within the organization to achieve facility and company goals.
• Manage the buildings and grounds to ensure good manufacturing practices are adhered to and a professional appearance is maintained.
• Continuously monitor compliance with all environmental permits pertaining to the manufacturing process and facility.
Other Duties as Assigned
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving tools.
• Proven ability to select employees, set goals and objectives, coach, and lead direct and indirect employees, and conduct performance appraisal reviews.
• Ability to function in a team environment, work well with others, handles multiple priorities and projects are necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and direct reports
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen
• Strong team building, decision making and people management skills.
• Strong process and mechanical systems understanding, project management experience is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office and ERP Systems, SAP experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to set strategic direction and lead teams.

Working Conditions and Tools:
• Typical office supplies and computer, printer, fax machine
• Computer software: SAP, Microsoft products, AutoCAD.
• In an office and factory setting

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:
• Eye and hearing protection is required at all times on the production floor.
• Safety toe shoes (steel/composite)
• Hi-Vis Vests
• Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.