Operational Excellence Lead - Electric Division

Knobelsdorff Enterprises; Minnesota; On-site; USD 96,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Enterprises seeks an Operational Excellence Business Partner for the Electric Division to lead continuous improvement initiatives, standardize processes, and drive cross-functional collaboration across projects. You will identify opportunities and implement sustainable solutions that improve efficiency, compliance, quality, and overall project success.

The role requires converting data into actionable improvements, coaching leaders, and guiding change management while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; or equivalent experience (4:1 ratio).
• 3–5 years of experience in operational roles with exposure to Operational Excellence.
• Proficiency in CI/OpEx tools and methodologies.
• Strong ability to analyze workflows, processes, and performance data.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Develop, document, and refine standardized processes, SOPs, and playbooks.
• Facilitate Lean and continuous improvement methodologies (Kaizen, PDCA, Leader Standard Work, etc.).
• Partner with operational leaders to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.
• Define, track, and report key performance indicators related to operational excellence.
• Lead structured problem-solving and root cause analysis efforts.
• Support change management initiatives and promote adoption of new processes and tools.
• Provide coaching, training, and mentorship to leaders and frontline teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support project success and strategic goals.

Skills

CI/OpEx Tools

Data Analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Influence without Authority

Safety & Quality

Travel Ready

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (4:1 ratio)

Job description

Knobelsdorff Enterprises seeks an Operational Excellence Business Partner for the Electric Division to lead continuous improvement initiatives, standardize processes, and drive cross-functional collaboration across projects. You will identify opportunities and implement sustainable solutions that improve efficiency, compliance, quality, and overall project success.

The role requires converting data into actionable improvements, coaching leaders, and guiding change management while maintaining a