Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential.  We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey.  Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

 Estimated annual base pay: $109,600(minimum) - $137,000(midpoint) - $164,400(maximum)

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity 

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  

12 paid holidays, including floating holidays 

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave 

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance  

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits 

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 

Member referral bonus 

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible     Spending 

Voluntary benefits, including:  

Home / Auto Insurance discounts 

Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

 Are you ready to make your mark?  If you’re a Value Stream Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Reporting to the Director of Operations this position is responsible for end-to-end management of a full value stream within a CoE. This position accomplishes objectives through leading and influencing a multi-disciplined team to achieve operational excellence in support of CoE visions, including on-time delivery, delivered quality, productivity improvement/cost reductions, purchased goods quality, and meeting customer specifications as required by commercial agreements. 

What you will be doing…

Oversee the order fulfillment process through a group of leaders. Influence cross-functional leaders within a value stream structure, which may include any of all of the following functions: assembly and test, planning, product support engineering, assembly and test process engineering, tactical purchasing (supplier management, supplier quality engineer and supplier quality techs) product quality assurance/Black Belts, continuous improvement and stock room

Accountable for value stream metrics and performance (safety, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost)

Responsible for value stream budget, capital plans and staffing requirements

Accountable for value stream maintenance and adherence to all related work instructions (i.e. safety rules, BDDS, etc.) and documentation

Interpret and implement strategy activities to improve the performance of the value stream in order to meet top-level goals

Implement continuous improvement to achieve departmental and company goals

Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Support quality system requirements: ISO 9001-2000, AS 9100, QS9000

Enlist support from external departments as needed

Participate in the product life cycle process

Collaborate with PMO to ensure viability of value stream

Responsible for creating and implementing competitive and breakthrough strategies

Interface with wider global management team and responsible for organization design

What we are looking for…

MA/MS preferred, BA/BS required for US positions

2-5 years related work experience in operational leadership in manufacturing environments

Strong operations focus with Six Sigma methodology and lean manufacturing experience

Ability to communicate a compelling vision and sense of core purpose

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.  The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee). 

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans 

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