Value Stream Supervisor

Renewal by Andersen, the high-growth window replacement division of renowned window maker Andersen Corporation, seeks a Value Stream Supervisor for our Cottage Grove, MN location.

The purpose of this position is to support the Value Stream Manager in driving the process of continuous improvement. This position takes a lead role in meeting targets for safety, quality, customer service, cost, and associate satisfaction/development within the value stream.

The Value Stream Supervisor coaches, trains, supports, and develops a team of flexible, multi-skilled associates in accordance with Andersen Corporation’s Lean principles, values, employee covenant, and strategic direction.

The scheduled shift for this position is 2:30pm - 10:30pm. OR 11:00pm to 7:00am.
REQUIREMENTS
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote safety and ensure a safe work environment and safe associate work habits.

• Maintain high level of visibility with associates. Use hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve associates in problem solving.

• Develop a high performance work team with high levels of associate morale, satisfaction, and performance.

• Create and maintain a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts to support decisions, managing one’s own reactions, and addressing unacceptable behavior.

• Help associates succeed through performance management. Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.

• Review general status of production schedules to identify and resolve problems.

• Ensure the desired product quality levels are achieved through use of standard work and training to those standards, training in operation and inspection techniques, and use of tools/data.

• Support and implement new, customer-focused processes in accordance with lean principles and practices. Provide training and coaching to improve standard work, work center organization (5S), and housekeeping. Actively provide change leadership as required.

• Support and foster an environment of continuous improvement by encouraging associates to challenge existing processes and implement solutions that enhance the overall effectiveness of the operation.

• Support associates in understanding company policies and practices.

• Maintain time and production records.

• Take notice of process related problems and support
associates in taking corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team.

• Communicate with and listen to associates on a daily basis regarding work center/team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.

• Communicate with other supervisors and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work center schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.

Hiring Requirements and Desired Competencies:
• 3 – 5 years of experience in a manufacturing operation.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing required.
• Commitment to implementing and achieving safety, quality, customer service and cost goals by coaching and training associates.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing operation with demonstrated ability to acquire and apply manufacturing principles a plus
• Demonstrated coaching skills
• Commitment to Lean Principles
• Excellent communication skills
• Continuing education in the following areas: Management, Human Resources, Accounting, Manufacturing, Leadership, and Coaching
• Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate people

We provide a competitive compensation plan, generous benefits and plenty of opportunities for growth. Please forward your resume to:

Renewal by Andersen
Human Resources
9900 Jamaica Ave South
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Email: [Click here for email]

renewalbyandersen.com
Equal Opportunity Employer



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