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Value Stream Manager

Emerson · Sherman, TX

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Level
Manager
Team
Lean / CI
Degree
Required
Experience asked
8+ years
Certification
Black Belt preferred
Industry
Industrial
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A management continuous improvement role at Emerson (industrial) in Sherman, TX. You'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, influence results, and lead a talented team in a high-mix, configure-to-order manufacturing environment.

They ask for
8+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Green Belt, Value stream mapping, Machining

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Continuous Improvement roles in Texas: typical posted base $80k–$127k.

Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 24 continuous improvement openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Texas plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 23 other live lean / ci postings in Texas.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $80k–$127k, from 6 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (8+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Lean 92%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 67%
  • Root cause 50%
  • Kaizen 38%
  • ✓ Value stream mapping 33%
  • Cost reduction 25%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Machining, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 8+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Promotion path mentioned

Pulled from the posting text. If it's not listed here, the posting didn't say.

How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Lean / CI team at Emerson

    Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.

  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is CI run from the plant floor or from a corporate OpEx group?
    • Which metrics does leadership actually watch: OEE, scrap, cost per unit?
    • The posting mentions a Black Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

    Apply with someone vouching for you

    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

This plant: Emerson in Sherman

1 other open role at this site.

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Who You Are

You are a servant leader who develops people, builds high-performing teams, and leads from the shop floor. You create a culture of accountability, solve problems through data and collaboration, and inspire continuous improvement to deliver exceptional customer and business results.

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Are you a proven manufacturing leader who thrives on solving complex challenges, developing exceptional teams, and driving operational excellence? If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, not just manage the day-to-day, this could be your next career move.

At Emerson Flow Control, we're seeking a Value Stream Manager to lead one of the manufacturing value streams at our flagship North Texas facility in Sherman, Texas. As the business leader for your operation, you'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, influence results, and lead a talented team in a high-mix, configure-to-order manufacturing environment.

In this highly visible leadership role, you'll be responsible for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) while driving Lean transformation, developing future leaders, and partnering across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing Technology, and Customer Service to deliver exceptional results for our customers. If you're energized by leading change, building high-performing teams, and creating lasting operational improvements, we'd love to hear from you.

Lead Value Stream Operations

  • •Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations, including machining, assembly, testing, and supporting functions.
  • •Own Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) performance.
  • •Drive schedule attainment, operational flow, throughput, and customer delivery performance.

Drive Operational Excellence

  • •Lead implementation and sustainment of the Emerson Lean Operating System.
  • •Champion daily management, visual management, standard work, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
  • •Eliminate waste and improve productivity through Lean principles and data-driven decision making.

Manage Business Performance

  • •Develop operating plans aligned with customer demand and the SIOP process.
  • •Optimize labor, inventory, equipment, and capital resources.
  • •Deliver productivity, cost, capacity, and financial performance objectives.

Develop High-Performing Teams

  • •Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, planners, engineers, and other value stream leaders.
  • •Build a culture of accountability, engagement, continuous learning, and succession planning.

Partner Across the Business

  • •Collaborate with Materials, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Technology, Quality, Maintenance, Customer Service, and other functions to remove constraints and improve operational performance.
  • •Support new product introductions, capital projects, and manufacturing process improvements while ensuring operational readiness.

For This Role, You Will Need

  • •Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field. (In absence of degree, 8 years of experience in discrete manufacturing will suffice.)
  • •4 years of manufacturing leadership experience in a discrete manufacturing environment.
  • •Experience leading high-mix, configure-to-order manufacturing operations.
  • •Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and operational excellence principles.
  • •Proven experience leading supervisors and cross-functional teams.
  • •Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
  • •Legal authorization to work in the US - visa sponsorship will not be provided.

That Set You Apart

  • •Master's degree or MBA.
  • •Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
  • •Experience with Oracle ERP.
  • •Experience in industrial equipment, valves, or other complex manufacturing environments.
  • •Demonstrated success leading value stream or operational transformations.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. ​

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Our Location

Nestled in the heart of Sherman, Texas, our facility offers the best of both worlds: a welcoming, family-friendly community with all the advantages of being just an hour north of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Sherman continues to experience tremendous growth, bringing new restaurants, shopping, entertainment, healthcare, and housing options while maintaining the affordability, shorter commutes, and strong sense of community that make life here so enjoyable. Whether you're raising a family, building your career, or simply looking for a better quality of life, Sherman provides the space to thrive.

When you're ready for big-city excitement, the Dallas–Fort Worth area is right down the road, offering world-class dining, professional sports, live entertainment, international travel through DFW Airport, and countless cultural attractions. Add in nearby Lake Texoma, one of the largest reservoirs in the country,

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