Value Stream Manager

Who we are looking for

Are you an experienced operational leader who thrives on running and improving a diverse, high-mix manufacturing environment? As the Value Stream Lead for our Industrial & Specialty Products operation at Oribi, you'll take the lead as the senior operational leader accountable for the overall outcomes, profitability, and ongoing advancement of the value stream. You'll manage every aspect of the value stream — aligning production, engineering, quality, and supply chain operations across established manufacturing lines — with a focus on cutting waste, optimizing flow, and consistently delivering safety, quality, and on-time performance. You'll direct operational strategies that balance the flexibility and changeover demands of a higher-mix, lower-volume product base while driving continuous improvement throughout the plant. Success in this role requires a hands-on leadership style, deep knowledge of machining processes, methods, equipment, and tools, and proficiency in Lean manufacturing methodologies. You'll direct production supervisors, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, and technicians, and work closely with sourcing, engineering, quality, and Lean teams to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

What you get to do

• Lead the ongoing development and execution of the strategic plan to run and grow the Industrial & Specialty Products operation, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and industry-standard processes while running daily operations including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics to guarantee on-time delivery to customers
• Ensure a zero-incident culture by implementing safety protocols, regulatory requirements (OSHA, FDA, etc.), and environmental compliance
• Recruit, hire, develop, and mentor a high-performing team across production, quality, supply chain, and engineering to build an accountable, results-driven culture
• Champion Lean principles (Value Stream Analysis, Rapid Improvement Events, SMED, 5S, etc.) to eliminate non-value-added activities and reduce waste in a high-mix, low-volume environment
• Monitor and improve key metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), productivity, scrap, and labor efficiency, using Basic Problem Solving and Root Cause Countermeasure methods
• Own the value stream's budget and P&L, implementing cost-reduction strategies and managing labor, overhead, and operating expenses to achieve financial targets
• Own production scheduling and the management of material forecasts to ensure material availability, optimize inventory, and support reliable on-time delivery
• Partner with Sourcing/Supply Chain, Technical, Quality, and Commercial teams to advance process flow and align manufacturing capabilities with established customer requirements and emerging industrial market demands
• Optimize and enhance existing manufacturing processes, automation strategies, and quality control systems to ensure high-yield, cost-efficient production across established lines
• Stay at the forefront of emerging machining technologies and manufacturing advancements to continuously strengthen the value stream's competitiveness

What you bring to the team

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in machine shop management; experience with composite operations is a plus
• At least 3 years holding a leadership role in a sophisticated manufacturing environment
• Experience managing high-mix, low-volume production and/or diverse product portfolios preferred
• Solid understanding of machining manufacturing
• Background and experience in Lean production
• Strong leadership, team-building, and talent development skills
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities and critical thinking
• Knowledge of ISO 9001

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.