Operations Specialist - Leadership Development Program

Excelitas Technologies; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits from day 1

Dental & Vision

401K

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Job summary

Excelitas Technologies in Billerica, MA is launching an Operations Leadership Development Program for new graduates. This two-year, two-rotation program offers real ownership in operations and supply chain projects across North American sites, with mentorship and a structured curriculum.

You’ll rotate through roles such as OpEx Leader, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Supervisor, and Materials Planner, gaining cross-functional experience and exposure to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; programs target new graduates
• Willing to relocate between NA manufacturing sites
• Demonstrated leadership in academics, internships, or work
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement is preferred
• Experience in ISO 9001, 14001, 13485 or FDA QSR environments is preferred

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver measurable results on operations and supply chain assignments tied to business objectives
• Analyze data to identify improvement opportunities and drive decisions
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, quality, planning, procurement, and site leadership
• Apply continuous improvement principles to reduce cost, cycle time, and waste
• Present rotation outcomes and recommendations to leadership and executives

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Relocation willingness

Problem solving

Internship experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Lean

Six Sigma

Continuous improvement

ISO 9001

FDA QSR

Job description

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Location: Billerica, MA, US, 01821

Job Function: Operations

Job Country: United States

Job City: Billerica

Job Type: Regular Full Time

ENABLE your future through light.

Excelitas is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors.

ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL.

The Opportunity

We are seeking top new-graduate talent to join our Operations Leadership Development Program. This two-year rotational program is designed to invest in emerging talent and grow the next generation of operations and supply chain professionals within our manufacturing teams. Over two 12-month rotations across our manufacturing sites, you will take on meaningful ownership of high-impact assignments while building broad, cross-functional experience — supported by a structured development curriculum, dedicated mentorship, and direct exposure to senior leadership.

Program Structure

• Two-year program consisting of two 12-month rotations.
• Rotations assigned based on business needs
• Relocation between North American manufacturing sites over the course of the program.
• OpEx Leader — Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the Excelitas Operating System (EOS).
• Manufacturing Engineer — Optimize processes, tooling, and production systems.
• Operations Supervisor — Lead production teams, manage production, and drive safety.
• Materials Planner — Demand planning, inventory, and supply scheduling.
• Procurement Specialist — Supplier sourcing, negotiations, and supply chain strategy.
• Quality Engineer — Quality systems, root-cause analysis, and process control.

What You'll Do

• Own and deliver measurable results on operations and supply chain assignments tied to real business objectives.
• Analyze operational data to identify improvement opportunities and drive data-informed decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, quality, planning, procurement, and site leadership.
• Apply continuous improvement principles through the Excelitas Operating System to reduce cost, cycle time, and waste.
• Present rotation outcomes and recommendations to the steering committee, site leaders, and executives.
• Mentorship & Guidance — Regular 1:1s with program director, program mentor, site leader, rotation manager, and HR.
• Annual LDP Summit — Leadership panels, guest speakers, peer networking, and participant project presentations.
• End-of-Rotation Report-Outs — Present rotation outcomes to the steering committee, site leaders, and operational executives.
• Leadership Workshops — Leadership development sessions and industry training.
• Program Performance Reviews — Structured performance tracking and feedback at mid- and end-of-rotation.

Throughout the program, you'll build the skills, experience, and network to grow a long-term career at Excelitas.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Chain Management, completed within ~12 months of the program start date.
• Willingness and ability to relocate between manufacturing sites over the two-year program.
• Demonstrated leadership through academics, internships, work experience, or extracurricular involvement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, operations, or supply chain is preferred.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Experience working in an ISO9001, 14001, 13485 certified, and/or FDA QSR compliant environment is preferred.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Benefits start day 1:Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Self-Managed Vacation, Holiday Pay, PAID Maternity/Paternity leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Long-term and Short-term disability.

Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000 depending on experience

Join Excelitas Technologies for meaningful innovation, a collaborative values-driven culture, global growth opportunities, and a workplace built on trust, accountability, and ownership.

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