Are you a dynamic leader passionate about transforming manufacturing processes and building high-performance teams? We’re looking for an experienced Value Stream Manager (VS Manager) to take charge of our production assembly and machining operations – with a strong focus on technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Ready to lead our value stream to new heights? Apply now and help us build a safer, more efficient, and more innovative future!

Company Overview:

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids for over 125-years. We are a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers.

What’s In It For You?

• Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more starting Day 1
• Competitive Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs
• Sales Incentive Plan
• Bonus and Merit opportunities

What Will You Get To Do:

• Lead cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, maintenance, and materials in a matrixed organization
• Drive daily management systems Daily Management for safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) performance
• Implement and continuously improve standard work, visual management, takt time adherence, and flow
• Manage staffing, production planning, and overtime to meet takt and customer demand
• Lead daily tier meetings and performance reviews; escalate constraints and initiate corrective actions
• Develop and execute value stream plans aligned with plant KPIs and strategic goals
• Champion Lean tools which include value stream mapping, kaizen, A3 problem-solving, Kanban, SMED, and 5S
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, first-pass yield, lead time, inventory turns, and on-time delivery
• Maintain conformance with company rules and regulations
• Aligns with the Safety Manager to provide a safe work environment and ensure compliance with city, state, and federal regulations regarding environmental, OSHA, and workers' compensation
• Ensure adherence to run rates
• Carry out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
• Coaches and develops other to ensure organizational success; identifies talent and provides opp

What Will You Bring:

• Work Experience: 5 years of progressive manufacturing experience, including team leadership with demonstrated experience leading cross functional teams and driving process improvements while implementing lean manufacturing activities within an organization
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Manufacturing or Business Operations
• Certifications: Lean Certification or Six Sigma Green Belt
• Computer Skills: Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook and ERP system
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing applications and concepts; Knowledge of ISO 9001 systems; Knowledge of machining and assembly operations in a manufacturing environment; Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, engineering drawings, and procedure manuals; Ability to write standard documentation