Operations Execution Leader: Plant Performance & Impact

Great Dane LLC; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Dental & medical benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Great Dane is seeking an Operations Execution Manager to drive performance across the manufacturing network, partnering with Plant Managers and enterprise leaders to execute initiatives and improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role supports a leadership pipeline for future Plant Managers across Level I and II tracks.

As a high-impact position, you will lead cross-functional workstreams, manage timelines, and deploy strategic solutions aligned with Great Dane’s safety standards and

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership in manufacturing/operations environments.
• Proven ability to drive results in fast-paced, complex environments.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence across functions and levels.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Plant Managers to support daily execution and performance improvement.
• Lead defined workstreams and initiatives with clear timelines.
• Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Finance, Sales, and HR to support execution.
• Develop readiness for Plant Manager roles.

Skills

Leadership

Results-driven

Problem-solving

Cross-functional influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

Job description

Great Dane is seeking an Operations Execution Manager to drive performance across the manufacturing network, partnering with Plant Managers and enterprise leaders to execute initiatives and improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role supports a leadership pipeline for future Plant Managers across Level I and II tracks.

As a high-impact position, you will lead cross-functional workstreams, manage timelines, and deploy strategic solutions aligned with Great Dane’s safety standards and