Operations Leader - Lean, Automation & Growth (Relocation)

Terex Utilities; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 114,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Relocation offered for the right候

Job summary

Terex Utilities in Watertown, SD is seeking an Operations Manager on-site to lead operational excellence and execute our strategic vision. You will oversee multiple value streams, coach supervisors and hourly teammates, and drive daily production, engagement, and continuous improvement.

We seek a strategic leader with deep experience in manufacturing operations, lean, automation, and P&L planning. The role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale as we pursue aggressive five-year

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations.
• Proven success in lean manufacturing, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Experience leading teams and developing future leaders.
• Knowledge of metals fabrication, machining, assembly, and finishing processes.
• Ability to deliver measurable results aligned with strategic KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple value streams and lead supervisors and hourly teams in daily production operations.
• Coach and develop leaders, drive engagement, and implement continuous improvement.
• Apply lean principles and automation to reduce lead times and improve quality.
• Drive digitalization and real-time performance visibility.
• Deliver KPI results and align staffing, budgets, and production with demand.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Automation

Team development

Problem solving

KPI management

Job description

Terex Utilities in Watertown, SD is seeking an Operations Manager on-site to lead operational excellence and execute our strategic vision. You will oversee multiple value streams, coach supervisors and hourly teammates, and drive daily production, engagement, and continuous improvement.

We seek a strategic leader with deep experience in manufacturing operations, lean, automation, and P&L planning. The role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale as we pursue aggressive five-year