Operations Manager

Regal Rexnord Corp; Milwaukee (WI); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Regal Rexnord is seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations on the shop floor, driving SQDCP objectives with a strong Lean mindset and people leadership. The role requires experience in fast-paced environments, cross‑functional collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will guide supervisors, optimize processes, and ensure safety, quality, and cost targets while partnering with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance teams to support growth and

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 7–10+ years of progressive operations experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams.
• Strong Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
• Experience with ERP systems and data analysis.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets.
• Translate business objectives into actionable operational plans and ensure disciplined execution.
• Monitor outputs, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop frontline supervisors and build a high‑performing team.
• Champion safety and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Establish KPIs and use data to drive improvements and report to leadership.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Engineering, HR, Finance, and Commercial teams.
• Oversee budgets, cost controls, and resource allocation.

Conocimientos

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP systems

Leadership

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Descripción del empleo

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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