Value Stream Manager | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $104,000 - $151,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in value stream manager? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Ludington seeking skilled Value Stream Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Ludington region seeking Value Stream Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize the end-to-end flow of value from raw material to customer delivery for a specific product family or value stream.
• Identify and eliminate waste and non-value-added activities throughout the value stream using Lean principles and tools.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as lead time, throughput, quality, and cost.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by empowering and coaching cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments (e.g., production, engineering, supply chain, sales) to ensure alignment and drive value stream objectives.
• Define and manage the value stream roadmap, prioritizing improvement initiatives and resource allocation.
• Monitor and analyze value stream performance data, reporting on progress and identifying areas for further optimization.
• Implement and maintain standard work and visual management systems to ensure consistent and efficient operations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing principles and their application.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and eliminate waste in production processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize workflows and reduce lead times.
• Experience with process mapping, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• - Proven ability to implement and manage advanced digital manufacturing technologies (e.g., IoT, AI, ML).
• - Strong understanding of supply chain optimization and logistics.
• - Experience in developing and mentoring high-performing teams.
• - Demonstrated success in change management initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Flow Manager, Throughput Manager, Efficiency Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Project Manager (Process Improvement), Agile Coach (Value Streams), Business Process Manager, Director of Operations, Senior Operations Manager, Head of Operations, VP of Operations, Director of Process Improvement, Lean Six Sigma Manager, Flow Optimization Manager, Systems Improvement Manager, Product Flow Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.