Operational Excellence Partner, Electrical Division

Knobelsdorff Enterprises; Goodhue Township (MN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HSA contributions

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & PTO

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Knobelsdorff Enterprises seeks an Operational Excellence Business Partner to drive continuous improvement, process standardization, and cross-functional execution across our Minnesota operations. You will identify and implement initiatives that boost efficiency, quality, and project success while upholding KE’s safety, people, passion, and performance culture.

You’ll collaborate with operational leaders, develop standardized SOPs, lead Lean initiatives, track KPIs, and coach teams to adopt new

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 or Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Proficiency in CI/OpEx tools and methodologies
• Strong ability to analyze workflows, processes, and performance data
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Commitment to safety and quality standards
• 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)
• 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

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Safety & quality

Influence without authority

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Operations

Equivalent experience (4:1 ratio)

Tools

CI/OpEx tools

Job description

Knobelsdorff Enterprises seeks an Operational Excellence Business Partner to drive continuous improvement, process standardization, and cross-functional execution across our Minnesota operations. You will identify and implement initiatives that boost efficiency, quality, and project success while upholding KE’s safety, people, passion, and performance culture.

You’ll collaborate with operational leaders, develop standardized SOPs, lead Lean initiatives, track KPIs, and coach teams to adopt new