Operations Development Specialist

Donaldson Company; Town of Baldwin (WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Donaldson Company invites recent graduates to join the Operations Development Program, a three-year rotational track across U.S. manufacturing sites.

Participants gain hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain, with leadership development woven throughout. During years one and two, you will rotate to different plants, driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost through lean principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering, business, or related field.
• GPA of 3.0 at graduation.
• Willing to rotate annually across U.S. locations and be mobile for at least three years.
• U.S. persons only due to export controls.
• Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a three-year rotational leadership program across U.S. plants.
• Begin in manufacturing operations with rotations in engineering, quality, or supply chain.
• Lead projects to improve safety, quality, delivery and cost using lean principles.
• Collaborate with teams and relocate between sites as required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

The Operations Development Specialist is an integral role designed for the recent graduate interested in pursuing a long-term career in manufacturing operations management, engineering or supply chain. Operations Development Specialists are part of Donaldson's signature Operations Development Program: a three-year, U.S. rotational leadership development program which builds on the skills and career goals of each participant - accelerating careers in manufacturing, operations and/or supply chain.

In years one and two of the Operations Development Specialist role, the ODS will dive into hands‑on assignments in manufacturing engineering, quality, or supply chain. Operations Development Specialists spearhead projects aimed at enhancing key plant metrics such as safety, quality, delivery, and cost, all while grasping lean manufacturing principles. The ODS will be located in two separate Donaldson U.S. manufacturing or distribution plant locations, in years one and two respectively.

In year three, the Operations Development Specialist steps into a leadership role, supervising employees and honing leadership skills within a chosen operations area at a third U.S. manufacturing plant location. This could involve overseeing engineering, quality, production or supply chain.

Relocation package extended for each rotation dependent on miles and location.

Graduates of this three‑year program are equipped with a strong professional network and business foundation for future success, and, potential path to leadership positions at one of Donaldson's U.S. manufacturing plants. At the end of the three rotations, Donaldson collaborates with each ODS to find a role that aligns with skills and aspirations, ensuring optimal opportunities for career growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering (mechanical, industrial, manufacturing), business, or a related field
• 3.0 GPA upon graduation
• Must be willing to rotate every year to a new U.S. location and be geographically mobile for a minimum of three years
• Must be U.S. persons (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee) as this position requires use of information which is subject to export controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship, co‑op, or practical experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Strong interest in working in a manufacturing facility

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization

Relocation: This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary Rate $76,000. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, performance.

Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).
• Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans

Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States.

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.