Generac
Project Manager – Operational Excellence
Project Manager – Operational Excellence leads cross-functional initiatives at the intersection of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Operational Excellence (OPEX) functions. This role serves as a dynamic change agent and aggressively leads business improvements through digital thread integration, process optimization, and enterprise-wide transformation programs that enhance product development, manufacturing efficiency, and supplier collaboration.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Lead PLM and OPEX platform roadmap execution, including system upgrades, data governance, and cross-functional adoption.
Lead and manage multiple projects by managing scope, cost, quality, communication of project status, root cause analysis and escalation management.
Tracks progress and reviews project tasks to ensure successful completion of assigned project phases within the budgeted time and cost constraints; makes certain that deadlines are met.
Assesses project issues and identifies solutions to meet project goals.
Proactively communicates project status, issues and risks to executive management. Conducts regular status meeting with executive sponsors keeping their needs and requirements continuously in view.
Understand technical, operational, management and sales related issues of customers and staff.
Support team in departmental communications, planning, budgets and executive meeting preparation and follow-up.
Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or equivalent experience.
5 years of progressive project management experience in a similar work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to work with diverse personalities while remaining tactful, professional and flexible.
Ability to work with large volumes of process data and statistical methods.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to successfully manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment.
Demonstrated coaching and mentoring ability.
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams and individuals cross-functionally.
Proven customer service orientation.
Proven ability to deliver quality improvements/problem solving using the 8D/DMAIC/PDCA phase methodologies and supporting tools.
Demonstrated understanding of financial measurements and goals in the Lean enterprise.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Minitab, SPC and data analysis skills.
Ability to communicate Executive Sponsor requirements to appropriate team members.
Great Reasons To Work For Generac
Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more.
State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities.
Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers.
Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day).
Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators.
We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
Product loan and discount programs.
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Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Lead PLM and OPEX platform roadmap execution, including system upgrades, data governance, and cross-functional adoption.
Lead and manage multiple projects by managing scope, cost, quality, communication of project status, root cause analysis and escalation management.
Tracks progress and reviews project tasks to ensure successful completion of assigned project phases within the budgeted time and cost constraints; makes certain that deadlines are met.
Assesses project issues and identifies solutions to meet project goals.
Proactively communicates project status, issues and risks to executive management. Conducts regular status meeting with executive sponsors keeping their needs and requirements continuously in view.
Understand technical, operational, management and sales related issues of customers and staff.
Support team in departmental communications, planning, budgets and executive meeting preparation and follow-up.
Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or equivalent experience.
5 years of progressive project management experience in a similar work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to work with diverse personalities while remaining tactful, professional and flexible.
Ability to work with large volumes of process data and statistical methods.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to successfully manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment.
Demonstrated coaching and mentoring ability.
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams and individuals cross-functionally.
Proven customer service orientation.
Proven ability to deliver quality improvements/problem solving using the 8D/DMAIC/PDCA phase methodologies and supporting tools.
Demonstrated understanding of financial measurements and goals in the Lean enterprise.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Minitab, SPC and data analysis skills.
Ability to communicate Executive Sponsor requirements to appropriate team members.
Great Reasons To Work For Generac
Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more.
State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities.
Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers.
Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day).
Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators.
We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
Product loan and discount programs.
#J-18808-Ljbffr