Project Manager, Operations Transformation

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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management,

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OperationsProject Manager

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The Position: The Project Manager, Operations Transformation leads multi-site manufacturing improvement initiatives focused on productivity, throughput, labor optimization, and operational standardization. This role is responsible for delivering enterprise manufacturing improvements across multiple facilities.

Responsibilities

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→Own end-to-end delivery of cross-functional manufacturing transformation projects
→Drive improvements involving throughput, cycle time, labor productivity, and equipment efficiency
→Coordinate execution across multiple manufacturing locations
→Develop standardized implementation plans
→Partner with plant leadership to ensure execution alignment
→Identify operational risks and mitigation strategies
→Monitor project performance and milestone achievement
→Ensure measurable operational outcomes are achieved
→Deliver measurable financial and operational improvements tied to project objectives
→Drive execution across functions, not just technical solutioning
→Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
Experience:8-12+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or project leadership
Experience leading plant-level or multi-site initiatives
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
Proven ability to manage complex operational projects
Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
Experience in automation deployment preferred
Experience in production system optimization preferred
Travel: Up to 50%

Office and plant environment.
Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

What We Offer

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Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, grow, succeed and be engaged in a collaborative environment.

✓Competitive compensation

✓Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions

✓Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match

✓Tuition Reimbursement

✓Paid holidays and vacation

✓And more!