Value Stream Manager I/II (1st shift) **Andersen Windows & Doors** 1 Positions ID: 5296 Posted On 08/13/2024 **Job Overview** **ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:** We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine’s 2021 "America’s Best Large Employers" and a "Best Employer for Diversity." As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, **Andersen** is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference. **SUMMARY:** Andersen is seeking a Value Stream Manager I/II at our Dubuque, Iowa location. This position is responsible to manage and drive the process of continuous improvement for the value stream supply chain (procurement to delivery) and to deliver overall business results for assigned value stream. May be responsible for multiple and/or complex/changing value streams. Responsible to break down large/complex value streams to smaller/simpler value streams and delegate change tasks. This position also ensures that assigned value stream(s) are operated in accordance with Andersen Corporation’s values, employee covenant, and strategic direction. Actively develops multiple leaders. **PRIMARY** **RESPONSIBILITI** **ES:** * Deliver agreed to value stream results in the areas of safety, quality, customer service, costs and associate satisfaction/development. · * Define and communicate performance targets for safety, quality, customer service, costs and associate satisfaction/development with Value Stream team. Hold team accountable to those targets. * Develop and implement plans to provide process improvement in key areas defined above. Value stream improvement initiatives will be aligned with Lean Manufacturing principles and the manufacturing strategic plan. * Establish an environment conducive to high levels of morale, associate satisfaction, and performance. * Deliver performance to budget. Use participative approach in budgeting process. * Ensure alignment of activities and resources within the value stream, and ensure cross-organization collaboration and associate involvement where appropriate. * Acquire the appropriate people, technology, equipment and financial resources necessary to meet customer expectations and implement the business improvement plans. * Provide coaching, information, ideas, feedback and encouragement to associates and managers to promote the growth and development of the value stream team. * Support new process and product development and implementation. * Participate in negotiations with suppliers regarding issues that impact the value stream: prices, quality, customer service, etc. * Continued personal growth and development. Role model supporting the value of continuous learning. * Be highly visible to associates and create a safe environment for participation. Promote going to Gemba to solve problems and also promote hands-on, high involvement approaches to problem solving. * Establish visual management techniques to manage the value stream. * Mentor developing Value Stream Managers and Supervisors **Q** **UALIFICATIONS:** * 4 year degree from accredited college/university and/or combination of education and experience * 5 - 10 years of supervisory or leadership experience * Demonstrated knowledge of world-class (Lean, Safety, Quality, Manufacturing) * Proven leader **SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:** + Business acumen and knowledgeCost accountingBudgetingFinancial justificationIRR and ROIMake/Buy analysis + CommunicationListening skillsEffective 1:1 and in groupsPresentation skillsPersuasiveness and ability to debate/sell ideas + LeadershipAble to motivate associatesBias for actionDisplays energy for the businessDemonstrates courage to make difficult decisions and actCollaborates with associates at all levelsRole model for changeAble to coach and develop people at all levels within value streamAble to develop and maintain a respectful and safe work environmentAble to create and foster a continuous improvement cultureComfortable with and able to work effectively with associatesRole mode for effective conflict resolutionStrong coaching skills for next level leadership + Manufacturing knowledgeStrong knowledge of manufacturing processes/IT systemsAble to articulate engineering and quality requirements and then deploy resources to produce the required solutionsDemonstrates a passion for safetyAble to facilitate kaizen eventsStrong knowledge of the supply chain **CULTURE AND BENEFITS:** "Be Orange. Be You" is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook. Benefits include, and are not limited to: * Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance * Health Savings Account contributions * Paid holidays plus PTO * 401(k) plan & contributions * Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities * Charity contributions * Nationwide career opportunities We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today. * 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects ** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners _In 2023, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance._ _Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law._ Primary Contact 1707920083835 MacKenzie LeDuc , Phone Phone Phone Fax mackenzie.leduc@andersencorp.com Email True False True **Job Details** Categories Construction/Skilled Trades Management/Executive Manufacturing Production Shipping/Warehousing Skilled Labor Trades Location Dubuque, IA Shift Second Shift Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement **Qualifications** Education Bachelors Experience 5-10 Years Company ID 897 Job REQ # 5296 \# Positions 1 Start Date 20240813 End Date 20241031 Featured Job 0 TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** MACHINE OPERATOR 3 1ST SHIFT BEAM Engineering Services and Products Company WELD TEAM LEAD 2ND SHIFT Engineering Services and Products Company PAINT PREP 2ND SHIFT Engineering Services and Products Company WELDER 2ND SHIFT Engineering Services and Products Company LASER OPERATOR 1ST SHIFT Engineering Services and Products Company WELD SHIFT SUPERVISOR 2ND SH Engineering Services and Products Company WELDER 1ST SHIFT Engineering Services and Products Company MACHINE OPERATOR 4 2ND SHIFT Engineering Services and Products Company Construction Manager Sedona Staffing Services Project Manager - Construction Development Sedona Staffing Services **Share this Job** Andersen Windows & Doors **About the Company** Andersen Windows, Inc. is a part of Andersen Corporation; the largest window and door manufacturer in North America. The flagship Andersen® brand is the most recognized and most used brand in the window and patio door industry. In addition to the Andersen brand, Andersen Corporation includes Renewal by Andersen window replacement, Silver Line, and American Craftsman brand windows and doors sold exclusively at The Home Depot. Andersen was founded in 1903 and is privately owned. The company is known for its strong history of commitment to its business partners, employees, community and environmental stewardship. Andersen employs 9,000 people and markets products throughout North America and in South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.