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 supervisionKnowledge: 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 resourcesSkills/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 skillsEducation/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 environmentManufacturing 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 PPEMay be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumesMay 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.