Value Stream Manager

Job Title: Value Stream Manager – Equipment Production Division

Location: Germfree Laboratories, LLC, Ormond Beach, Florida

Reports To: VP of Manufacturing

Position Overview:

Germfree Laboratories is seeking an experienced Equipment Value Stream Manager to lead the operational performance of our standard and custom equipment manufacturing value streams.

This role is responsible for converting engineering designs and customer orders into fully assembled, tested, and shipped equipment, ensuring performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost (SQDPC).

The Value Stream Manager owns execution from materials release through mechanical assembly, electrical integration, testing, and final shipment while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate combines technical depth with operational leadership, bringing experience in complex equipment-built environments along with strong Lean manufacturing and problem-solving capabilities. This leader will work cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, quality, and program management to ensure reliable execution of Germfree’s standard and custom equipment lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Value Stream Leadership - Lead and manage the equipment manufacturing value stream, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations across:
  
  
  
  • Mechanical assembly
  
  
  • Electrical integration
  
  
  • System testing and validation
  
  
  • Production scheduling and execution
  
  
  
  


• Drive performance across:
  
  
  
  • Safety
  
  
  • Quality
  
  
  • Delivery
  
  
  • Productivity
  
  
  • Cost
  
  
  
  


• Drive reliable production execution by:
  
  
  
  • Managing build schedules and manufacturing flow
  
  
  • Ensuring schedule adherence and project milestone delivery
  
  
  • Identifying and removing constraints that impact throughput
  
  
  • Coordinating with project and program teams to ensure delivery commitments are met
  
  
  
  


• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement - Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives to improve operational performance including:
  
  
  
  • Kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  
  • 5S implementation and workplace organization
  
  
  • Waste elimination and flow improvements
  
  
  • Development of standard work and process discipline
  
  
  • Visual management and performance monitoring
  
  
  • Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve operational issues and prevent recurrence.
  
  
  
  


• Cross-Functional Leadership - Collaborate closely with:
  
  
  
  • Engineering – resolving design issues and supporting design-for-manufacturability
  
  
  • Supply Chain – ensuring material availability and supplier performance
  
  
  • Quality – improving first-pass yield and reducing rework
  
  
  • Program / Project Management – supporting build milestones and project execution
  
  
  • Ensure alignment between engineering design, supply chain readiness, and manufacturing execution.
  
  
  
  


• Production Flow Optimization - Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in production flow and implement corrective actions to improve:
  
  
  
  • Throughput
  
  
  • Labor productivity
  
  
  • Build cycle time
  
  
  • Schedule reliability
  
  
  • Use value stream mapping and operational analysis to drive process improvements.
  
  
  
  


• Team Leadership - Lead and develop supervisors, technicians, and operators within the value stream by:
  
  
  
  • Building strong frontline leadership
  
  
  • Mentoring team members and developing operational capability and bench
  
  
  • Creating a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
  
  
  
  


• New Product Introduction - Support new product introduction and engineering initiatives by:
  
  
  
  • Participating in design-for-manufacturability reviews
  
  
  • Ensuring smooth transition from engineering to manufacturing – strong collaboration with PMO
  
  
  • Supporting process development and building readiness
  
  
  
  

Success Metrics:

• Performance will be measured through improvements in:
  
  
  
  • On-time equipment delivery
  
  
  • Schedule adherence
  
  
  • First-pass yield and rework reduction
  
  
  • Labor productivity and margin execution
  
  
  • Value stream throughput and lead time
  
  
  • Safety performance
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field preferred, technical background is ideal.
  
  
  • 7–10 years of manufacturing leadership experience
  
  
  • Experience in complex equipment manufacturing or mechanical/electrical assembly environments. Knowledge of metal fabrication is a plus.
  
  
  • Strong Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience – ability to operate in a Lean Daily Management system
  
  
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  
  
  • Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
  
  
  
  


• Preferred Experience
  
  
  
  • Experience with capital equipment, modular equipment, or engineered-to-order products
  
  
  • Exposure to project-based manufacturing environments (ETO) as well as make-to-order (MTO) and make-to-stock (MTS).
  
  
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  
  
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning tools
  
  
  
  


• Plus experience in industries such as:
  
  
  
  • Medical device or pharmaceutical equipment manufacturing
  
  
  • Aerospace manufacturing
  
  
  • Defense or high-reliability equipment manufacturing
  
  
  • Cleanroom or regulated manufacturing environments
    
  
  
  
  

Why You’ll Love Germfree: 

Germfree is committed to employee well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. We provide a supportive environment, strong benefits, and the tools you need to succeed. 

• Insurance & Benefits 
  
  
  
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  
  
  
  

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  • Short‑ and long‑term disability 
  
  
  
  

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  • Company‑paid life insurance 
  
  
  
  

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  • Optional pet insurance 
  
  
  
  


• Pay & Financial Perks 
  
  
  
  • 401(k) with company match 
  
  
  
  

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  • Employee referral bonuses 
  
  
  
  

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  • Shoe and prescription safety‑glasses reimbursements 
  
  
  
  


• Time Off & Leave 
  
  
  
  • 80 hours of paid holidays, including year‑end shutdown 
  
  
  
  

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  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  
  
  
  

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  • Two paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) days annually 
  
  
  
  

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  • Up to 120 hours of paid paternity leave after one year 
  
  
  
  

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all individuals, and we believe that diversity drives innovation and growth. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

We also maintain a drug-free workplace. Offers of employment may be contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.