Value Stream Leader

About Us

ACME Machine & Welding Co., LLC is a medium-sized machining job shop specializing in large, custom-machined components for a variety of industries. Headquartered in Punxsutawney, PA, our work is hands-on, fast-paced, and focused on quality craftmanship. We are committed to developing both our people and our processes through continuous improvement, teamwork, and strong leadership. ACME also operates a division, Alkab Machine & Welding located in New Kensington, PA.

Position Summary

The Value Stream Leader owns order-flow health from contract review through shipment. The role is accountable for making work visible, making risk explicit, preventing incomplete information from moving downstream, and leading the continuous improvement system that improves quote-to-ship performance.

The Value Stream Leader serves as the central point of coordination between Estimating, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and Operations to eliminate bottlenecks, improve communication, standardize workflows, and increase the speed and quality of customer quotations. This individual will actively participate in daily estimating activities while leading initiatives that improve long-term business performance.

The successful candidate is a highly motivated, customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and has a passion for improving processes and delivering measurable business results.

Responsibilities

• Own the P.O. to finance value stream, from P.O. receipt through customer delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure timely, accurate, and competitive order performance.
• Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and drive accountability throughout the process.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that simplify processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.
• Develop and maintain standardized procedures and best practices.
• Balance workload and priorities to meet customer expectations and business objectives.
• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze performance data and recommend solutions that improve productivity, quality, responsiveness, and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the value stream process and ERP system, ensuring accurate data and process consistency.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to create reports, dashboards, and analyses that support operational decision-making.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience in manufacturing, precision machining, or a related industrial environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing estimating, quoting, costing, or production operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to quickly learn and become an expert user of the company's ERP system.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive process improvements.

Preferred

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with CNC machining, manufacturing processes, and production planning.

EEO / Hiring Approach

ACME & ALKAB value a range of work backgrounds, training paths, and life experiences. We encourage dependable, safety-minded, quality-focused candidates who are willing to learn and contribute to a team to apply. ACME & ALKAB are equal opportunity employers.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person