Senior Operations Leader - Lean, Automation & Growth

Emerson Electric Co; Shakopee (MN); On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Various medical insurance plans

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible time off plans

Job summary

The City of Shakopee, MN is seeking a strategic manufacturing leader to oversee operations and drive productivity initiatives. This role requires a minimum of 10 years in manufacturing leadership, with a focus on Lean Manufacturing and team development.

The ideal candidate will excel in operational excellence and possess strong analytical skills. Benefits include competitive medical plans and flexible time off, with a commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of manufacturing leadership experience managing large teams.
• Strong experience in production management and operational excellence.
• Proven track record in productivity and cost improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing operations to meet SQDCPI objectives.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives through Lean and digitalization.
• Optimize manpower and resource utilization for efficiency.

Skills

Strategic operations leadership

Lean Manufacturing practices

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Operations Management

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to achieve operational targets in safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and inventory.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
• Optimize the utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, inventory, and capital to maximize operational efficiency.
• Drive a high-performance culture through employee engagement, coaching, talent development, and succession planning.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, automation, digitalization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish and monitor key operational KPIs, using data and analytics to drive business performance and informed decision-making.
• Lead capacity planning, new product introductions (NPI), capital investment projects, and manufacturing expansion initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Environment, Safety & Health (ESH), and regulatory requirements while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Own operational financial performance, including productivity, cost management, inventory, and P&L objectives.
• Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and deliver outstanding customer satisfaction

Who You Are:

• You are a strategic manufacturing leader who inspires teams to achieve operational excellence. You are passionate about developing people, driving continuous improvement, and delivering sustainable business results. You effectively balance business priorities while building strong partnerships across functions and creating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10–15 years of manufacturing leadership experience with strong knowledge of world-class manufacturing practices.
• Proven experience leading large manufacturing organizations and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong leadership, planning, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing manufacturing operations in a high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) environment.
• Demonstrated success driving Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and shopfloor performance.
• Strong knowledge of automation, digitalization, and data analytics to improve operational efficiency.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional and matrix organizations.
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong commitment to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People development.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in valve manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, or engineered products.
• Experience leading large-scale transformation, automation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing operational budgets and P&L.
• Experience leading capital investment, manufacturing expansion, or new product introduction (NPI) projects.
• Proven success working within a global matrix organization.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.