Value Stream Manager - Holt Area

Value Stream Manager | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $105,000 - $152,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in value stream manager? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Holt seeking experienced Value Stream Managers to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Holt that are adding Value Stream Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end flow of materials and information within a designated value stream.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, lead time, and costs.
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize operational efficiency and throughput.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams to achieve value stream goals.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track value stream performance.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration and alignment.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving within the value stream.
• Manage resources and budgets effectively to support value stream objectives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Demonstrated success in identifying and eliminating waste within manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose process inefficiencies and develop solutions.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with process mapping, value stream mapping, and data analysis tools.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• - Experience with advanced statistical process control (SPC) software
• - Proven ability to implement and manage digital manufacturing solutions (e.g., MES, IIoT)
• - Strong understanding of supply chain optimization principles

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Project Manager, Program Manager, Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Workflow Manager, Operations Excellence Manager, Business Process Manager, Product Manager, Service Delivery Manager, Efficiency Manager, Optimization Manager, 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.