Value Stream Manager - Brass & Ductile

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution of fuels and critical fluids. OPW makes above ground and below ground products for both conventional, vapour recovery and clean energy applications in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at www.opwglobal.com.

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

Engineered Controls International (RegO Products) is the premier manufacturer of gas control products to the industrial gas and liquefied cryogenic liquids industry worldwide. RegO manufactures an extensive variety of gas and liquid pressure controls, pressure regulating products, pressure relief devices, and a broad range of ancillary equipment.  Our products are found in a wide spectrum of industries including  health care, aerospace, electronics, chemicals, energy, food and beverage, industrial gas and liquids, and alternative fuels such as LNG. RegO is recognized as a world leader in product quality and innovation with unsurpassed product design and manufacturing with facilities located in North Carolina and Ohio. RegO is strategically located in four countries and positioned to support our products through a network of authorized distributors and strategic alliances with OEM vessel and system manufacturers throughout the world. To learn more about RegO, please visit our website at: RegO Products

SCOPE:

The Value Stream Manager – Brass/Ductile position for RegO's Propane Energy Solutions group is responsible for leading the implementation of world class, lean manufacturing principles and disciplines, and achieve customer service excellence.  Key measures of performance include safety, quality, on-time delivery, lead time,  cost productivity, cash flow, key CAPEX investments, and inventory.  All of this will be surrounded with an additional focus on organizational alignment and talent development.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:

• Provides leadership example in areas of safety and environmental compliance and holds the organization accountable to be a zero harm workplace.
• Drives overall operational excellence through the application of  best in class lean practices and processes.
• Addresses key business performance challenges.  Identifies and overcomes these challenges based on root cause identification in operational key result areas.
• Identifies and addresses manufacturing issues and drives excellence with SQDIP prioritization.
• Drives lean strategy leading to Value Stream transformation. 
• Focuses on talent and organizational development, an effective succession planning system, and a culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Institutes a culture of accountability and teamwork.
• Provides weekly, monthly and yearly revenue forecasts based on commercial forecasts.
• Provides daily leadership to cross functional departments (Planners, Buyers, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering) to utilize best practice tools (e.g. – SIOP, E&O, Inventory Management process).  
• Builds a strong operations talent base.  Partners with Human Resources to develop talent management strategies. 
• Leads daily operations ensuring customer expectations are consistently satisfied, products and services always meet the quality specifications, and all resources are fully utilized to provide a cost-effective product and service.    
• Establishes performance goals and objectives for value stream operations.  Provides feedback and corrective actions to maintain progress toward achievement of goals and objectives.
• Champions change and drives out waste throughout the value stream operations by deploying Lean methodology.
• Manages labor utilization and operations within budget.
• Prepares technical and progress reports and manages capital budget for the value stream.
• Develops, interprets, applies, and enforces company safety regulations and operating policies and procedures. 
• Promotes good public relations for the Company within the community. 
• Fosters a success-oriented, accountable environment within the company. Builds a great working environment for the employees. Attracts, develops, retains, and motivates the talent needed to be a world class, high performing team.
• Adopts the core values of: Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit, Winning Through Customers, Respects and Values People, Expectations for Results, and High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust.

QUALIFICATION/EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Five years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment with excellent track record of business results.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.  Experience with change management and driving continuous improvement activities.
• Experience in team development – problem solving, conflict resolution, building cooperative relationships, and effective communications.
• Two years’ experience in leading continuous improvement efforts using Lean Six Sigma methodologies is preferred.
• Has a high level of leadership competence in employee management, assembly operations, continuous improvement techniques, quality systems, replenishment systems, Lean Manufacturing strategies, and manufacturing technologies. 

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Results Driven: Produces results that exceed Dover’s strategic objectives via a combination of planning and implementation, while living the Dover Values.
• Strategic Mindset: Has understanding of global industry or market; creates breakthrough strategies that alter the competitive dynamics in a market, and establishes a series of competitive advantages yielding profitability that exceeds expectations for the organization.
• Customer Impact: Creates value for customers addressing known and unknown needs. Knows and understands all aspects of the global market, including economics (regulatory issues, corporate compliance, etc.), products and services, channels, the customers and their end markets.
• Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgement: Uses instinct as well as data to accurately assess business situations and industry trends; makes timely, appropriate decisions and implements appropriate plans while living the Dover Values.
• Builds & Manages Collaborative Relationships: Establishes and nurtures numerous relationships within Dover. Takes action to partner with the communities in which we operate and to be an appropriate corporate citizen.
• Change Leadership:  Aligns an organization and its people to drive for improvement and adopt new, challenging directions. Energizes a whole organization to want to change in the same direction. Influences others in a mature and empowering manner.
• Winning the right way: Operates with High Ethical Standards, Openness and Trust. Conducts him/herself with high ethical standards and fosters a culture in the organization to conduct business aligned with those standards.
• Motivates and Inspires:  Creates and environment that stimulates others to follow; Builds teams that fully use individuals’ capabilities, creating results beyond just the sum of the parts.
• Identifies and Develops Talent:  Creates a learning environment that recognizes and maximizes the potential of all employees; Develop high potential individuals for future strategic needs.
• Self-Awareness and Personal Development:  Role models a personal leadership style that includes self-awareness accepts feedback, and understands and maximizes strengths while working to overcome weaknesses.

Work Arrangement : Onsite  

Salary Range :    -   

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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Job Function : Manufacturing & Operations