Operations Manager
Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
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Job Summary
Position Overview
Reporting to theDirector Plant ManagerThe Operations Manager is responsible for leading manufacturing operations within a fast-paced production environment ensuring achievement of Safety Quality Delivery Cost and Productivity (SQDCP) objectives. This leader develops supervisors drives continuous improvement initiatives improves operational performance and partners across the business to support customer commitments and profitable growth. The ideal candidate will be a visible shop-floor leader with strong Lean Manufacturing and people leadership experience.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership & Execution
- Lead daily operations todeliveronkey performance metrics including safety quality delivery cost and productivity
- Translate businessobjectivesinto actionable operational plans and ensure disciplined execution
- Monitor production or service outputsidentifygaps and implement corrective actions
Continuous Improvement
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies
- Identifyprocess inefficiencies and lead initiatives to improve throughput reduce waste andoptimizecost structure
- Establish standard work and ensure adherence to best practices
Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead coach and develop frontline supervisors and operational teams
- Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability engagement and development
- Support workforce planning succession planning and talent capability building
Safety & Compliance
- Champion a strong safety culture; ensure compliance with all regulatory and company safety standards
- Lead incident investigations root cause analysis and prevention strategies
- Ensure adherence to quality systems policies and regulatory requirements
Performance Management & Analytics
- Establish and track KPIs; leverage data to drive decision-making and performance improvements
- Prepare and present operational performance updates to senior leadership
- Use metrics toidentifytrends risks and opportunities
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Supply Chain Engineering HR Finance and Commercial teams tooptimizeend-to-end operations
- Support new product introductions process changes and capital projects
- Align operational priorities with customer requirements and business needs
Financial & Resource Management
- Manage operational budgets cost controls and resource allocation
- Drive cost reduction initiatives whilemaintainingquality and service levels
- Optimizelabor materials and equipmentutilization
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Operations Management Engineering Business or related field
- 710 years of progressive operations experience preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments
- 3 years of leadership experience managing teams and supervisors
Technical & Functional Skills
- Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing Six Sigma or operational excellence frameworks
- Experience with ERP systems and operational data analysis
- Knowledge of safety quality and regulatory requirements
Leadership Competencies
- Proven ability to lead through others and drive operational accountability
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
- Results-oriented with strong execution discipline
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree (MBA or related field)
- Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
- Experience in multi-site or complex operational environments
Working Conditions
- Fast-paced operational environment with regular presence on the floor/site
- May include extended hours shift support or travel depending on business needs
- Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Spending accounts (HSA Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Paid Leaves
- Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power transmit and control motion. The Companys electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Companys automation offering comprised of controls actuators drives and precision motors controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Companys end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds and include factory automation food & beverage aerospace medical data center warehouse alternative energy residential and commercial buildings general industrial construction metals and mining and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions Power Efficiency Solutions and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information including a copy of our Sustainability Report visit .
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex/gender sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy age ancestry national origin genetic information marital status citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract) disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds perspectives and skills. If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement please email you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please e-mail
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About Company
Regal Beloit and Rexnord Corporation merged in 2001 to create Regal Rexnord. Find out more about the brands that make up our power transmission portfolio.
