Value Stream Manager (Rigid)

Michael Page International

Gilford, NH
11 days ago

$100,000–$120,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

Own and drive key operational metrics including: Safety, Quality, On-Time Delivery, Productivity, Cost Control, Inventory Management, Employee Engagement. Lead daily operations across the assigned value stream to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Gilford, NH
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$100,000–$120,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Operational Leadership

Lead daily operations across the assigned value stream to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets. Align staffing, resources, and production capacity with customer demand and business priorities. Ensure successful execution of production schedules and operational plans. Identify manufacturing constraints and implement solutions that improve throughput, efficiency, and workflow. Drive operational performance through effective planning, communication, and leadership.

People Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop Supervisors and frontline manufacturing teams. Build a culture centred on accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Develop leadership capability and succession plans within the value stream. Promote compliance with company policies, procedures, and health and safety standards. Foster a positive work environment focused on employee growth and performance.

Continuous Improvement

Champion Lean Manufacturing principles and operational excellence initiatives. Utilise KPIs and operational metrics to identify waste and improvement opportunities. Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and other departments to improve business performance. Lead projects focused on productivity improvements, cost reduction, quality enhancement, and process optimisation.

Business Performance

Own and drive key operational metrics including: Safety, Quality, On-Time Delivery, Productivity, Cost Control, Inventory Management, Employee Engagement. Develop action plans to address performance gaps and achieve business objectives. Ensure consistent execution and accountability throughout the value stream.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline preferred. Minimum 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience. Proven experience leading supervisors and manufacturing teams within a production environment. Previous experience in aerospace, defence, industrial manufacturing, or another regulated industry is highly desirable. Demonstrated success improving operational performance and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence practices. Experience managing production schedules, workforce planning, resource allocation, and capacity management. Excellent leadership, coaching, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence teams at all levels. Results-driven mindset with experience managing KPI performance and achieving business objectives.

What's on Offer

Lead a highly visible manufacturing operation with significant influence on plant performance. Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and make a measurable impact on business results. Join a growing organisation investing in operational excellence and leadership development. Work alongside experienced cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment. Competitive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, FSA, HSA, and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Job Summary

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector: Six Sigma, Lean, Process Improvement

Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing

Where: Gilford

Contract Type: Permanent

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.