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Ontic

Manager, Operational Excellence

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Our team is looking for a Manager of Operational Excellence at Ontic Chatsworth, CA Office. Reporting to the Director of Operational Excellence (OpEx), the Manager of Operational Excellence owns ...

BCD Travel

Manager Operational Excellence

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$70K - $85K/yr

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BCD Travel

Manager Operational Excellence

$70K - $85K/yr

Grow, connect, collaborate and celebrate with our global team Manager, Operational Excellence (Remote) Full time, United States The Operational Excellence Manager, Customer Experience & Enablement ...

Ziegler CAT

Manager Operational Excellence

Altoona, IA · On-site

Ziegler CAT has an opening for an Operational Excellence Manager to provide the leadership needed to develop a premier safety culture and associated program along with all facets of the Service ...

Prologis, Inc.

Manager, Operational Excellence

Denver, CO · On-site

$118.40K - $162.80K/yr

Manager, Operational Excellence Company: Prologis A day in the life Are you passionate about driving innovation and operational excellence? Join our global team as a Manager, Operational Excellence ...

Prologis

Manager, Operational Excellence

Denver, CO

$118.40K - $162.80K/yr

Manager, Operational Excellence Company: Prologis A day in the life Are you passionate about driving innovation and operational excellence? Join our global team as a Manager, Operational Excellence ...

Prologis

Manager, Operational Excellence

Chicago, IL

$118.40K - $162.80K/yr

Manager, Operational Excellence Company: Prologis A day in the life Are you passionate about driving innovation and operational excellence? Join our global team as a Manager, Operational Excellence ...

EMPIRE

Manager, Operational Excellence

Denver, CO

$118.40K - $162.80K/yr

Manager, Operational Excellence Company: Prologis A day in the life Are you passionate about driving innovation and operational excellence? Join our global team as a Manager, Operational Excellence ...

EMPIRE

Manager, Operational Excellence

Chicago, IL

$118.40K - $162.80K/yr

Manager, Operational Excellence Company: Prologis A day in the life Are you passionate about driving innovation and operational excellence? Join our global team as a Manager, Operational Excellence ...

Magna

Manager - Operational Excellence

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

The Operational Improvement Manager/Director will lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives ... Act as the primary liaison between divisional leadership and corporate Operational Excellence teams.

Magna

Manager - Operational Excellence

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

The Operational Improvement Manager/Director will lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives ... Act as the primary liaison between divisional leadership and corporate Operational Excellence teams.

Crown Holdings, Inc.

Manager, Operational Excellence

Tampa, FL · On-site

$89.30K - $120K/yr

... operational excellence principles, methodologies, and tools to drive improvement in business ... Manage CI Projects: * Lead and manage CI projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for manager operational excellence in the United States is $22.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Operational Excellence, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Operational Excellence, you need a solid background in process improvement methodologies (such as Lean or Six Sigma), analytical problem-solving, and a relevant bachelor's degree—often in business or engineering. Familiarity with process mapping tools, data analytics platforms, and certifications like Lean Six Sigma Black Belt are typically expected. Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills set outstanding candidates apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for driving efficiency, fostering continuous improvement, and ensuring sustainable organizational success.

How does a Manager of Operational Excellence typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements?

Managers of Operational Excellence work closely with various departments such as production, quality, finance, and IT to identify inefficiencies and implement best practices. They often lead workshops, facilitate root cause analyses, and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives that require input from different functional areas. Effective communication and stakeholder engagement are essential, as these managers must align diverse teams around common goals and encourage a culture of ongoing improvement. This collaborative approach not only helps achieve operational targets but also fosters strong working relationships across the organization.

What are Manager Operational Excellence?

A Manager of Operational Excellence is responsible for leading initiatives that improve an organization's processes, efficiency, and productivity. They use methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement to identify areas of waste or inefficiency and implement solutions. This role often involves working cross-functionally to drive change, train teams, and ensure that best practices are adopted throughout the organization. The goal is to enhance performance, quality, and customer satisfaction while reducing costs.

What is the difference between Manager Operational Excellence vs Continuous Improvement Manager?

AspectManager Operational ExcellenceContinuous Improvement Manager
Primary FocusOptimizing overall operational processes and strategic initiativesImplementing specific process improvements and incremental changes
CertificationsLean, Six Sigma, PMP often preferredLean, Six Sigma, Kaizen certifications common
Work EnvironmentCross-departmental, strategic planningProject-based, team-focused
Industry UsageManufacturing, healthcare, financeManufacturing, service industries, logistics

The Manager Operational Excellence role typically involves overseeing broad strategic initiatives to improve overall efficiency across departments, often requiring higher-level certifications and strategic planning skills. In contrast, the Continuous Improvement Manager focuses on implementing specific process improvements and incremental changes within teams or projects. Both roles share similar certifications and industry usage but differ mainly in scope and strategic involvement.

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Manager, Operational Excellence

Manager, Operational Excellence

Ontic

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world's aviation leaders. Ontic's Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for a Manager of Operational Excellence at Ontic Chatsworth, CA Office. Reporting to the Director of Operational Excellence (OpEx), the Manager of Operational Excellence owns inventory performance, make-buy strategy, and operational analytics. This role drives working capital improvement and cross-functional execution.

To be considered for the Manager, Operational Excellence opening, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 7-12+ years' experience Aerospace experience
  • Strong Program Management, Project Management, Supply Chain/Procurement, data and analytics, and Operational Excellence (OpEx) experience
  • Lean Leadership experience
  • ERP and MRP experience (InFor Visual ERP experience preferred but not a requirement).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES FOR THIS JOB:

  • Own inventory performance (active, E&O, WIP)
  • Drive working capital improvement through bringing visibility to what were purchasing and when, as well as identifying suppliers for inventory already on order that wont be consumed within the specified time frame and working with Procurement Leadership to formalize a strategy for bringing the inventory on site or holding.
  • Establish inventory governance
  • Lead make vs buy decisions
  • Align inventory with operational flow
  • Lead analytics capability overseeing Project Managers and Data Analysts

Impact Expectations (First 90-180 Days)

  • Stand up inventory governance aligned with Ontic's financial controls and inventory policies.
  • Deliver measurable inventory reduction through sell-offs or working with the Value Stream Leaders, Program Managers, Operations leadership, and Planning, to identify what can be built and by when.
  • Implement and deliver on make-buy framework
  • Improve cross-functional alignment
  • Increase shortage visibility


Our Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
  • Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
  • Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Paid volunteering opportunities
  • Access to mental health champions across our sites
  • Commitment to development
  • Employee referral program

#LI-Onsite, #LI-RD1

EOE/Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world's aviation leaders. Ontic's Chatsworth, CA, site specializes in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence. With over 1,400 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Our team is looking for a Manager of Operational Excellence at Ontic Chatsworth, CA Office. Reporting to the Director of Operational Excellence (OpEx), the Manager of Operational Excellence owns inventory performance, make-buy strategy, and operational analytics. This role drives working capital improvement and cross-functional execution.

To be considered for the Manager, Operational Excellence opening, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 7-12+ years' experience Aerospace experience
  • Strong Program Management, Project Management, Supply Chain/Procurement, data and analytics, and Operational Excellence (OpEx) experience
  • Lean Leadership experience
  • ERP and MRP experience (InFor Visual ERP experience preferred but not a requirement).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES FOR THIS JOB:

  • Own inventory performance (active, E&O, WIP)
  • Drive working capital improvement through bringing visibility to what were purchasing and when, as well as identifying suppliers for inventory already on order that wont be consumed within the specified time frame and working with Procurement Leadership to formalize a strategy for bringing the inventory on site or holding.
  • Establish inventory governance
  • Lead make vs buy decisions
  • Align inventory with operational flow
  • Lead analytics capability overseeing Project Managers and Data Analysts

Impact Expectations (First 90-180 Days)

  • Stand up inventory governance aligned with Ontic's financial controls and inventory policies.
  • Deliver measurable inventory reduction through sell-offs or working with the Value Stream Leaders, Program Managers, Operations leadership, and Planning, to identify what can be built and by when.
  • Implement and deliver on make-buy framework
  • Improve cross-functional alignment
  • Increase shortage visibility


Our Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
  • Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
  • Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance)
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Paid volunteering opportunities
  • Access to mental health champions across our sites
  • Commitment to development
  • Employee referral program

#LI-Onsite, #LI-RD1

EOE/Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Compensation Pay Range

$110k-$130k

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