Value Stream Leader

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Value Stream Manager to join the Wiremold Team in West Hartford, CT. The Value Stream Manager will lead all aspects of operations within a line of product with overall responsibilities for productivity, safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, employee engagement, and other production-related activities in a continuous improvement environment.  

What Will You Do?

• Manage and direct the value stream team to effectively execute all aspects of the manufacturing plan and to meet agreed upon objectives in Safety, Quality, Delivery / Service, Cost, and Inventory.   
• Ensure a safe work environment for all employees through implementation and maintenance of company directed safety programs, compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements, and promotion of a strong preventative safety culture. 
• Initiate and direct the planning for current and future requirements for manpower, equipment, and space to ensure value stream goals are met.  
• Ensure proper collection and reporting of data necessary to track performance of the manufacturing operation against plan, identify root causes of issues, and support problem solving efforts.
• Implement effective systems of control for labor, overtime, capital, and operating expenditures spending.
• Eliminate waste throughout the manufacturing operations through implementation of Lean tools and processes, driving a continuous improvement culture, and promoting employee engagement at all levels of the plant. 
• Establish and monitor overall value stream performance for production and quality standards.
• Manage production supervisors to accomplish operational goals and objectives. Provide leadership, training and development for these individuals.
• Administer plant policies in a firm, fair and consistent manner.  Conduct regular meetings with all employees to ensure good, team work and cooperation throughout the manufacturing operation and between facilities and functions.
• Establish and maintain premium quality and customer service at all times.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required.

Education: Minimum of Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing operations, supply chain, or related field is required.

Experience: Minimum of 5-8 years varried manufacturing experience including direct supervision of hourly and salaried employees. 

Preferred Skills:

• Must have a thorough knowledge of appropriate manufacturing methods, processes and equipment.  Background with process improvement programs and quality initiatives required.
• Must have demonstrated experience in applying Lean tools and practices and driving a strong Lean / Continuous improvement culture.
• Proven track record of delivering results against stretch objectives is required.
• Requires strong organizational and time management skills and be able to effectively handle multiple projects concurrently.
• A basic understanding of financial concepts is required.  This includes: P&L Statements, Working Capital, Cash Flow, and manufacturing variances.
• Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software.  Ability to use internet and web based resources efficiently and effectively.
• Must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, and have excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Must have strong leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to supervise and manage others.  Able to foster open communication and support an environment of innovation and creative change.  
• Must have solid business acumen and understanding of a variety of functional areas within the business.

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

About Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems Division

Legrand’s Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world.  Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential.  For more information, visit legrand.us/electrical wiring devices  

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