Operations Manager

Regal Rexnord; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Regal Rexnord in Milwaukee, WI seeks an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment, driving SQDCP objectives and profitability. You will develop supervisors, push continuous improvement, and partner across functions to meet customer commitments.

The ideal candidate will have strong Lean manufacturing knowledge, ERP experience, and a proven track record of people leadership and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong Lean manufacturing knowledge (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Experience with ERP systems and data analysis
• Proven leadership and people development abilities
• Safety, quality, and regulatory compliance awareness

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity KPIs.
• Translate business objectives into actionable operational plans and ensure disciplined execution.
• Identify gaps in production or service outputs and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma or similar methodologies.
• Coach and develop frontline supervisors and operational teams.
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Track KPIs, present performance updates to senior leadership, and drive data-based decisions.
• Collaborate across Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, Finance and Commercial functions.

Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

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Position Overview

Reporting to theDirector, Plant Manager,The Operations Manager is responsible for leading manufacturing operations within a fast-paced production environment, ensuring achievement of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity (SQDCP) objectives. This leader develops supervisors, drives continuous improvement initiatives, improves operational performance, and partners across the business to support customer commitments and profitable growth. The ideal candidate will be a visible shop-floor leader with strong Lean Manufacturing and people leadership experience.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Execution

• Lead daily operations todeliveronkey performance metrics including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity
• Translate businessobjectivesinto actionable operational plans and ensure disciplined execution
• Monitor production or service outputs,identifygaps, and implement corrective actions

Continuous Improvement

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Identifyprocess inefficiencies and lead initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, andoptimizecost structure
• Establish standard work and ensure adherence to best practices

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop frontline supervisors and operational teams
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, engagement, and development
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent capability building

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture; ensure compliance with all regulatory and company safety standards
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and prevention strategies
• Ensure adherence to quality systems, policies, and regulatory requirements

Performance Management & Analytics

• Establish and track KPIs; leverage data to drive decision-making and performance improvements
• Prepare and present operational performance updates to senior leadership
• Use metrics toidentifytrends, risks, and opportunities

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, Finance, and Commercial teams tooptimizeend-to-end operations
• Support new product introductions, process changes, and capital projects
• Align operational priorities with customer requirements and business needs

Financial & Resource Management

• Manage operational budgets, cost controls, and resource allocation
• Drive cost reduction initiatives whilemaintainingquality and service levels
• Optimizelabor, materials, and equipmentutilization

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
• 7–10+ years of progressive operations experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams and supervisors

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence frameworks
• Experience with ERP systems and operational data analysis
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

Leadership Competencies

• Proven ability to lead through others and drive operational accountability
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Results-oriented with strong execution discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MBA or related field)
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• Experience in multi-site or complex operational environments

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced operational environment with regular presence on the floor/site
• May include extended hours, shift support, or travel depending on business needs

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

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Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“Regal Rexnord”) do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.