Value Stream Manager/ Production Supervisor

Value Stream Manager

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SMF Anderson - Anderson, SC 29626

Overview

Position Type Full Time Category Manufacturing

Description

Position Summary

The Production Scheduler plays a critical role in driving operational success by coordinating production schedules, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products. This position partners closely with Manufacturing Systems, Production, and Engineering teams to align priorities, improve efficiency, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Systems and cross-functional teams to develop and manage production schedules, ensuring alignment with customer demand and operational priorities
• Plan and coordinate daily production activities, effectively utilizing personnel and equipment to meet delivery goals
• Monitor and communicate key value stream performance metrics (safety, quality, delivery/velocity, and cost)
• Identify and address scheduling constraints or risks, adjusting plans as needed to maintain production flow
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying process opportunities and partnering with Manufacturing Engineering
• Maintain strong communication across departments to ensure alignment between production, customer requirements, and operational capabilities
• Support and develop team members to enhance performance, engagement, and career growth
• Promote and enforce safe work practices, proactively identifying and mitigating safety risks
• Maintain standards related to CANDO, visual management, and operator preventative maintenance
• Utilize TER methodologies to identify and communicate process improvement opportunities
• Ensure adherence to company policies related to attendance, performance management, and workplace standards
• Foster a culture of open communication, collaboration, and accountability
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall business objectives

Success in This Role

The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Success in this role requires a high level of attention to detail, ownership, and a proactive mindset, along with a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong, working knowledge of manufacturing operations, including production flow, scheduling, and cross-functional dependencies
• Proven ability to analyze and prioritize work, balancing customer demand, production capacity, and operational constraints
• Solid understanding of supervisory and leadership techniques, with the ability to effectively influence, coach, and develop team members
• Experience working across departments, with a collaborative mindset and the ability to align production, engineering, and support functions
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on driving efficiency and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and lead through change, maintaining accountability for results
• Preferred: Five (5) years of manufacturing experience, including at least three (3) years in a lead, scheduling, or supervisory role

Physical Requirements

• Ability to effectively access and navigate all assigned work areas
• Sufficient mobility and agility to observe production processes, including working around equipment, confined spaces, and varying access points as required

Additional Information

• Work must be completed in a timely and accurate manner, meeting established quality standards and aligned with company policies and priorities
• This role carries a high level of responsibility for supporting company objectives, driving performance, and contributing as an active team member
• Success will be measured not only by outcomes and results, but also by how goals are achieved—including teamwork, communication, problem solving, and adherence to company values
• Expected to demonstrate a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, continually seeking opportunities to improve processes, communication, and operational efficiency