Operations Manager (Value Stream Leader)
Location: Hollister, CA
Position Type: Direct hire
Hourly / Salary: BOE
Residency Status: US Citizen
Overview
A leading advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Value Stream Leader (VSL) to oversee end-to-end operations within a critical production value stream. This role is responsible for driving operational performance, production execution, continuous improvement, and team leadership across all phases of the manufacturing lifecycle.
The Value Stream Leader will own performance across revenue, cost, quality, delivery, and inventory, while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Core Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Value Stream Ownership
- Lead all aspects of manufacturing operations within the assigned value stream (purchase through shipment)
- Oversee daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual production targets and execution
- Own value stream performance across revenue, cost, productivity, and program execution
- Manage inventory levels, production flow, and operational efficiency
- Ensure alignment between demand planning, production planning, and execution
Cross-Functional Management
- Provide leadership across manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and production control teams
- Coordinate activities across design engineering, manufacturing engineering, testing, and inspection functions
- Drive collaboration to achieve operational goals and customer requirements
- Support bid planning and program execution in alignment with business objectives
Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
- Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Implement standard work, process improvements, and root cause problem-solving initiatives
- Utilize continuous improvement systems (e.g., RBS or equivalent) to drive measurable results
- Establish clear accountability, performance tracking, and process discipline
- Lead initiatives to improve productivity, cost of quality, and operational efficiency
Performance Management & KPIs
- Drive achievement of key performance indicators, including:
- On-Time Delivery (OTD)
- Past Due Backlog (PDBL) reduction
- Production/Delivery Linearity
- Defects per Unit (DLU) improvement
- Revenue attainment
- Safety performance
- Monitor and report on customer scorecard metrics and operational performance
- Identify risks and implement corrective actions to ensure targets are met
Team Leadership & Workforce Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional team
- Foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Ensure proper training, cross-training, and workforce flexibility
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and results-driven team environment
- Serve as a role model for leadership, collaboration, and chan