Manufacturing Operations & Strategy Specialist

GRUNDFOS; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Well-being programs

Volunteer time off

On-demand training

Job summary

Grundfos in Brookshire, TX, seeks an Operations & Strategy Specialist Manufacturing Plant to align plant goals with regional objectives and drive operational excellence. You will use AI and digital tools to elevate leadership effectiveness and performance, coordinating cross-functional initiatives and reporting to senior leaders.

The role requires strategic thinking, strong project management, and collaboration with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Business/Operations/Strategy.
• 3+ years in manufacturing operations, continuous improvement, or business strategy.
• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills; proficiency with AI tools like Copilot.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate plant strategic deployment, track KPIs, action plans and milestones.
• Support Regional Operations Director and Plant Leadership with projects and meetings.
• Lead planning and execution of visits from customers, executives and government bodies.
• Develop internal communications and visual storytelling of plant successes.
• Create executive PowerPoint reports and leverage AI to automate reporting.
• Support GPS, Lean and CI initiatives with EHS compliance goals.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Executive presence

Cross-functional leadership

AI tools (Copilot)

PowerPoint proficiency

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Operations/Strategy

Tools

Copilot

Job description

Are you passionate about bridging strategy and execution in a manufacturing environment, turning leadership vision into measurable results? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Operations & Strategy Specialist Manufacturing Plant, you will be coordinating strategic initiatives, tracking business objectives, and enabling plant leadership to drive operational excellence - serving as the connective thread between strategy, communications, and day-to-day execution across the facility. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging. This position is located on-site 5 days in our plant Brookshire, Texas.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Regional Manufacturing Operations team, you’ll create impact by driving alignment between plant-level goals and regional business objectives while leveraging AI and digital tools to elevate leadership effectiveness and operational performance.

• Coordinate the plant’s strategic deployment process, tracking KPIs, action plans, and milestone progress while maintaining executive dashboards and performance reports
• Support the Regional Operations Director and Plant Leadership Team with high-priority projects, meeting preparation, and cross-functional follow-up on key decisions
• Lead planning and execution of customer, executive, government, and community visits, representing the facility to external stakeholders
• Develop internal communications and visual storytelling that highlight plant successes, safety milestones, and continuous improvement achievements
• Create executive-level PowerPoint presentations and leverage AI tools such as Copilot to automate reporting and improve productivity
• Support GPS, Lean, and Continuous Improvement initiatives while ensuring alignment with EHS compliance and sustainability goals

What makes you a great fit

Above all, you are a strategic thinker with strong project management skills, executive presence, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion - equally comfortable building a compelling presentation, facilitating a leadership review, or identifying AI-driven workflow improvements. We would also imagine that you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Strategy, or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, continuous improvement, or business strategy
• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and coordinating with senior leadership
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and AI tools such as Copilot

It is a plus if you also:

• Experience with Lean, GPS, or other operational excellence frameworks in a manufacturing setting
• Background in internal communications, employer branding, or stakeholder engagement
• Familiarity with automated reporting solutions and digital enablement tools

Why you will love working here

• A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days’ additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

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The salary range for this position is $78,100.00 - $113,000.00. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, bonuses, and employee stock purchase programs, etc. The salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in this region.

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact [e-mail]. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.

Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you.