Professional Material Operations

Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

401k program

Onsite fitness centers

Employee stores

Employee discounts

Job summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company seeks a Professional Material Operations specialist to apply CIS principles in Materials' Operations. You will train teams on standardized work, workload balancing, and problem-solving while developing value stream maps to remove non-value added waste.

The role requires at least 3 years in Materials' Operations, familiarity with TPS/Kaizen/JIT, and travel up to 10%. Based at our Pilgrim Road facility in Menomonee Falls, WI, you will contribute to engine and

Qualifications

• Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Materials' Operation and key business drivers.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and guide new members.
• Proven track record with TPS, Kaizen and JIT.
• Experience in CIS and teaching tools within the system.
• Travel required up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates working knowledge in Materials' Operation and drives results with guidance.
• Impacts quality by training others and guiding team members.
• Solves operation problems by analyzing solutions with technical judgment.
• Provides informal guidance to new team members and others in the group.
• Effectively communicates complex information about Materials' Operation.

Skills

CIS principles

Standardized work

Workload balancing

Job element sheets

Practical problem solving

Process improvement

Waste elimination

SWE approach

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

TPS (Toyota Production System)

Kaizen

Just-In-Time (JIT)

CIS tools

Job description

Auto req ID:61259
Title:Professional Material Operations
Job Function:Materials and Procurement
Location:PILGRIM
Company:Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Shift:SHIFT1

In 1903, out of a small shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, four young men lit a cultural wildfire that would grow and spread across geographies and generations. Their innovation and imagination for what was possible on two wheels sparked a transportation revolution that would make Harley-Davidson the most recognizable motorcycle brand in the world. Today, we continue to define motorcycle culture, evoking soul‑stirring emotion reflected in every product and experience we deliver - like we have for well over a century and will for generations to come. Are you ready to ride with us?

Our Powertrain Operations facility, located on Pilgrim Road in Menomonee Falls, WI, is where the "jewel" of the motorcycle comes to life. Pilgrim Road employees produce engines and transmissions for the final assembly plant in York, Pennsylvania, as well as transmissions, and replacement parts for sale through Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories business. Join our team as a Professional Material Operationsand help build the world's most sought‑after motorcycles.

Job Summary

This position will communicate Continuous Improvement System (CIS) principles in support of Materials'Operations. The position will train others on how to utilize standardized work, workload balancing, job element sheets, practical problem solving, process improvement dialogue, and waste elimination methods using the standardized Simulated Work Environment (SWE) approach. Position will develop value stream maps that eliminate non‑value added waste and compression of cycle times.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates working knowledge and experience in Materials' Operation. Ability to drive results with a moderate level of guidance and direction.
• Impacts quality of their own work through training of others and the work of others on their team.
• Solves Materials' Operation problems by analyzing possible solutions using technical experience, judgment with a moderate level of guidance and direction.
• Provides informal guidance to new Materials' Operation team members and impacts the work of others within the group.
• Effectively communicates complex information involving Materials' Operation to others.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Experience Requirements

Required

• Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Materials' Operation and key business drivers such as project management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a group and/or team and provide guidance to new team members.
• Proven track record of utilizing Toyota Production System (TPS), Kaizen, and Just‑In‑Time (JIT).
• Experience in Continuous Improvement System (CIS) and ability to teach others about using tools withinthe Continuous Improvement System.
• Travel required up to 10%.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 0 - 10%
Pay Range:$66,700 - $100,100
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)