Rotational Operations Leader: Manufacturing & Leadership

Donaldson Company; Town of Baldwin (WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Donaldson Company invites recent graduates to join a three-year Operations Development Program, rotating through manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain at two U.S. locations in years 1–2 and a third site in year 3.

Graduates gain leadership exposure, lean manufacturing experience, and a strong professional network for future roles. The program includes relocation assistance, a clear path to supervisory responsibilities, and a commitment to develop leaders for Donaldson's U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher at graduation.
• Willing to rotate yearly to different U.S. locations and be geographically mobile.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a three-year rotational program across multiple U.S. plant locations.
• Lead projects to improve safety, quality, delivery and cost using lean principles.
• Advance into a leadership role in a chosen operations area after rotations.

Skills

Leadership potential

Strong communication

Geographically mobile

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering (mechanical, industrial, manufacturing), business, or a related field

GPA 3.0 upon graduation

Job description

Donaldson Company invites recent graduates to join a three-year Operations Development Program, rotating through manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain at two U.S. locations in years 1–2 and a third site in year 3.

Graduates gain leadership exposure, lean manufacturing experience, and a strong professional network for future roles. The program includes relocation assistance, a clear path to supervisory responsibilities, and a commitment to develop leaders for Donaldson's U.S.