**Job Summary:** The Value Stream Manager II (VSM) ensures customer satisfaction by leading a cross functional team to execute the Annual Operating Plan for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, and Growth of the business and associates. The VSM II is accountable for the long-term financial performance of the Value Stream by ensuring alignment to business needs and growth, establishing future state strategic vision, and developing and executing continuous improvement roadmaps. **Essential Functions:** + **Lead cross-functional collaboration** with Order Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Program Management to ensure value stream success. + **Drive operational performance** by monitoring KPIs (safety, quality, delivery, cost, growth) and implementing effective problem-solving strategies. + **Champion continuous improvement** through lean initiatives, kaizen events, and execution of the continuous improvement roadmap. + **Develop and mentor team members** to build a highly skilled, motivated, and customer-focused workforce. + **Manage strategic planning** including budgeting, capital planning, and growth initiatives to achieve future state objectives. + **Ensure accountability for results** in safety, product quality, on-time delivery, financial performance, and compliance with Crane Business System practices. **Minimum Qualifications** **:** + _Experience_ : 5+ years of experience directly supporting operations, including 3+ years of supervision + _Knowledge_ : Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods; Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources + _Skills/Abilities_ : Strong critical thinking skills; Excellent time management/sense of urgency; Complex problem solving ability; Good judgment and decision making skills; Strong interpersonal and communication skills + _Education/Certification_ : Bachelor degree in Manufacturing or related field **Preferred Qualifications** **:** + BA or BS degree in science or business. **Working Conditions** **:** + Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment + Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE + May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes + May require up to 5% travel time Standing: 20% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 80% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 25 pounds Pushing (in pounds): up to 75 pounds Mental/Visual: use of computer Workspace: cubicle/desk _Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position._ _The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements._ _Crane Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity characteristics or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, or U.S. military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law, in recruiting, hiring, training and promoting._ **_Salary range: $127,000.00 - $167,000.00._** Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. _This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job._ _Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status._ At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful. Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions. Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.