Value Stream Manager, New Kensington

Re:Build Manufacturing • New Kensington, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Re:Build Manufacturing New Kensington is part of the Re:Build family of companies, located in New Kensington, PA. Capabilities in a wide variety of industries and materials allow our unique value proposition to bring exciting and advanced programs back to American Manufacturing.
Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.
Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.
Do you bring a track record of hands-on leadership and operational excellence in an electromechanical shop environment? Do you have experience as a Value Stream Manager (VSM) building and leading a high-production facility from the ground up? In this role, you’ll be instrumental in standing up an innovative manufacturing operation—designing the production organization, hiring and developing a high-performing team, determining capital requirements to support breakthrough growth, and establishing critical supply chain partnerships. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day activities of a cross-functional Value Stream team that operates in a fast-paced, high-output environment. You’ll also develop and drive operational strategies to support rapid volume growth and drive continuous improvement across the plant. Success in this role demands a hands-on leadership approach, a deep understanding of electromechanical processes, methods, equipment, tools and fluency in Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies.
This is a unique opportunity for a highly impactful role where you can take initiative and solve complex problems in a high growth, collaborative atmosphere. The electromechanical/drones VSM will directly manage production supervisor, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers / technicians and the other resources required to deliver value to our customers. The VSM will also work closely with the sourcing, engineering, quality, and Lean teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in check electromechanical shop, with a strong preference for electromechanical/drones.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a leadership role within an advanced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with facility startup, new product introduction, and production scale-up.
• Deep understanding of electromechanical/drones manufacturing
• Expertise in automation, Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Strong leadership, team building, and talent development skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and critical thinking.
• Foundation and experience working in lean manufacturing
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Continue to develop and implement the existing strategic plan to establish and scale an electromechanical manufacturing facility, aligning with corporate objectives and industry standard processes.
• Facility & Equipment Setup: Oversee remaining facility buildout, procurement of manufacturing equipment, and implementation of production lines.
• Process Development: Design and implement advanced manufacturing processes, automation strategies, and quality control systems to ensure high-yield, cost-efficient production.
• Operational Excellence: Drive lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Team Building & Leadership: Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team, including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering personnel.
• Supply Chain & Procurement: Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to establish a robust supply chain for key components, materials, and equipment, working closely with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and reliability.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes align with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental policies.
• Financial & Budget Management: Develop and manage operational budgets, capital expenditures, and cost control measures to achieve financial targets.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, product development, and commercial teams to align manufacturing capabilities with market demands and product innovations.
• Technology & Innovation: Stay at the forefront of emerging Drones technologies and manufacturing advancements, positioning the organization as an industry leader.

Benefits

• Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager