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Senior Manager, Operations

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Continuous Improvement Leadership -- Champion lean transformation and structured CI programs that improve OEE, reduce waste, and strengthen process capability. * Talent & Leadership Development ...

The ideal candidate would have experience in a Lean Transformation and be proficient in deploying tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Single-Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Fishbone diagrams ...

WI · On-site

$140 - $175/hr

Demonstrated success leading Lean transformations and continuous improvement initiatives * Experience developing leaders and building high-performing teams * Ten (10) Paid Holidays * Three (3) days ...

WI · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Certifications: have certifications and/or practical experience in PMI, Prince 2, Lean, Agile (SAFe ... Excited about the opportunity to drive transformation in the financial sector with BDO? If you're ...

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How much do lean transformation jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for lean transformation in Wisconsin is $166,543.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $148,900.00 and $184,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lean transformation?

A Lean Transformation job focuses on implementing Lean principles to improve efficiency, eliminate waste, and foster continuous improvement within an organization. Professionals in this role analyze processes, identify inefficiencies, and work with teams to enhance workflow and productivity. They often lead change management initiatives, coach employees on Lean methodologies, and develop strategies for sustainable operational excellence. The goal is to create a culture of continuous improvement that drives long-term business success.

What skills and qualifications are needed for lean transformation?

To thrive in Lean Transformation, you need a strong grasp of Lean principles, process improvement methodologies, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in engineering, business, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, Kaizen events, and relevant certifications like Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is highly valued. Excellent communication, change management, and leadership abilities are essential for guiding teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. These skills ensure you can effectively drive process optimization and sustainable change across organizations.

What are the typical challenges faced in a lean transformation role?

Professionals in Lean Transformation often encounter challenges such as resistance to change, engaging cross-functional teams, and sustaining long-term improvements. Navigating organizational culture and securing buy-in from stakeholders requires persistent communication and strong influencing skills. Balancing multiple projects and prioritizing impactful solutions are also common aspects of the job. Overcoming these challenges is crucial, as it enables successful adoption of Lean methodologies and measurable, lasting improvements within the organization.

How to start a lean transformation?

A Lean Transformation involves assessing current processes, identifying waste, and implementing continuous improvement practices such as value stream mapping and Kaizen. It requires strong leadership commitment, staff training in Lean tools, and a focus on creating a culture of efficiency and waste reduction.

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Infographic showing various Lean Transformation job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $166,543 per year, or $80.1 per hour.

Senior Manager, Operations

Regal Rexnord

Randolph, WI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide unified leadership across two manufacturing facilities to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met.

  • Identify, standardize, and implement operational best practices across both sites, including lean systems and performance management routines.

  • Lead evaluations of capacity, capability, and cost structures to support decisions on manufacturing footprint optimization.


Regal Rexnord rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 83 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

156th of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

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The Senior Manager, Operations provides unified oversight and strategic direction for two manufacturing facilities within Regal Rexnord'sAutomation Solutionsbusiness. This role strengthens coordination across sites, drives standardization of operational excellence practices, and accelerates footprint optimization efforts to ensure the facilitiesoperateas a cohesive,highperformingnetwork.

The leader will partner closely with ProductionManagers, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, andPMteams to harmonize processes, elevate performance, and support the business unit's growth and efficiencyobjectives. This role is critical to enabling the Automation Solutionsbusinesstodeliver onRegal Rexnord's broader strategy of product excellence, operational excellence, and commercial excellence.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

  • CrossSiteOperational Leadership - Provide unified leadership across two manufacturing facilities, ensuring consistent execution of safety, quality, delivery, and costobjectives.

  • BestPracticeDeployment - Identify, standardize, and implement operational best practices across both sites, including lean systems, maintenance strategies, and performance management routines.

  • Footprint Optimization - Lead evaluations of capacity, capability, and cost structures; support decisions on where and how work should be performed tooptimizethe manufacturing footprint.

  • Operational Governance - Establish unified KPIs, reporting cadences, andreviewmechanisms to ensure transparency and alignment across facilities.

  • Continuous Improvement Leadership - Champion lean transformation and structured CI programs that improve OEE, reduce waste, and strengthen process capability.

  • Talent & Leadership Development - Mentorplant leadershipteams;build a strong pipeline of operational talent across both sites.

  • Change Management - Leadcrosssitechange initiatives with clarity, communication, and stakeholder alignment.

  • Customer & Commercial Support - Ensure operational readiness for product launches, customer commitments, and strategic growth initiatives.

  • Risk, EHS & Compliance Oversight - Maintain consistent adherence to EHS, regulatory, and internal compliance standards across both facilities.

MinimumRequirement:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred.

  • 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, includingmultisiteor matrixed responsibility.

  • Demonstrated successimplementing lean, TPM, standard work, and continuous improvement systems.

  • Strong analytical capability to evaluate capacity, cost structures, and footprint scenarios.

  • Proven ability to lead through influence across diverse teams and locations.

  • Excellent communication, facilitation, andchangeleadershipskills.

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Paid Leaves
  • Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company's electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company's automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.


The Company's end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.


Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com.


Equal Employment Opportunity Posters
Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.


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