Value Stream Mapping Operations Analyst

Company introductionWe are seeking a Value Stream Mapping Operations Support Analyst to join our Tool Die Team, supporting operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.Role summary / purposeSupport the Tool Die operation by mapping how work flows through the die build, modification, maintenance, and launch processes, identifying improvement opportunities and partnering with finance and operations to manage work orders, cost drivers, and budget constraints.The Value Stream Mapping Operations Support Analyst supports the Tool Die organization by analyzing, documenting, and improving end-to-end operational processes tied to designing, building, modifying, and maintaining dies and tooling assets. This role helps the team understand how jobs relate to each other throughout the die-build lifecycle, where handoffs or constraints occur, and how operational decisions impact cost, timing, quality, and capacity. The position serves as a key liaison between the operational team and finance, supporting visibility into work orders, resource needs, budget performance, and continuous improvement opportunities across the location.Key responsibilitiesDevelop and maintain current-state and future-state value stream maps for Tool Die operationsAnalyze how die build, repair, modification, tryout, maintenance, and launch activities flow through the organizationIdentify bottlenecks, handoff delays, rework loops, redundant steps, and non-value-added activitiesRecommend process improvements to improve cycle time, throughput, productivity, quality, and cost performanceSupport Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence initiativesDocument relationships and dependencies between toolmakers, machining, engineering, operations, maintenance, production, suppliers, and financeMap how work orders, tooling requests, urgent repairs, and planned die-build activities move through the locationSupport capacity planning, prioritization, workload visibility, and status tracking for operational leadershipHelp align teams around process ownership, timing expectations, escalation paths, and resource constraintsPrepare summaries and recommendations for operational reviews and leadership discussionsWork closely with the finance lead to track tooling spend, labor impacts, work order activity, budget status, and cost driversReview work orders and project activity to help ensure alignment with approved budgets and business prioritiesSupport forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting related to Tool Die operational expensesIdentify cost-saving opportunities and help quantify the financial impact of proposed process improvementsAnalyze the operational impact of budget constraints and recommend options to balance cost, timing, and business needsCreate reports, dashboards, trackers, and visual management tools to monitor process flow and operational performanceTrack KPIs such as work order completion, cycle time, backlog, capacity utilization, spend, budget variance, and delivery performanceTranslate operational data into clear insights and action items for leadership, finance, and shop-floor stakeholdersSupport special projects focused on improving visibility, accountability, and execution within Tool Die operationsRequirements - education & experience3-5 years' experience in data miningNice-to-have / preferred skillsValue stream mapping process experienceEmployment details - type, location, hoursFully onsite.Equal opportunity statementWe are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions. If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting HR-InfoImpellamNA@impellam.com or fill out this form to request accommodations.