Operations Execution Leader: Drive Plant Performance

Great Dane LLC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Retirement plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Great Dane LLC is seeking an Operations Execution Manager to drive operational performance across the manufacturing network. You will lead critical initiatives, collaborate with Plant Managers and enterprise leaders, and help solve complex operational challenges to align with company strategy.

The role offers exposure to Level I and Level II responsibilities, with responsibilities ranging from daily execution to leading cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations leadership (Level I).
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations leadership (Level II).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence across functions and levels.

Responsibilities

• Support daily execution and performance improvement across plants.
• Identify operational gaps and contribute to solutions.
• Lead defined workstreams and smaller initiatives within larger projects.
• Execute against timelines and deliverables.
• Partner with Engineering, Finance, Sales, and HR to support execution.
• Build leadership and operational decision-making capability.
• Contribute to problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Operational problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Influence without authority

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

Job description

Great Dane LLC is seeking an Operations Execution Manager to drive operational performance across the manufacturing network. You will lead critical initiatives, collaborate with Plant Managers and enterprise leaders, and help solve complex operational challenges to align with company strategy.

The role offers exposure to Level I and Level II responsibilities, with responsibilities ranging from daily execution to leading cross-functional initiatives.