Site Operations Associate Jobs in Mankato, MN (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary... What you'll do...Role summary:
The Senior Manager II, Site Engineer - Supply Chain, leads strategic partnerships within the Distribution Center to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement. This role oversees process quality engineering workloads, applies advanced problem-solving methodologies, and supports performance systems to enhance efficiency and reduce losses. The position requires managing multiple projects, developing business plans, and fostering a high-performing team environment through coaching and mentorship. The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, adaptability, and adherence to company standards, ensuring sustained improvements that align with organizational goals and customer needs.
About the team:
The team manages and supports automated grocery building control centers, serving as experts in network grocery automation. They lead project implementation and sustainment by collaborating with stakeholders to define objectives, assess risks, and drive continuous improvement. The team develops tools to enhance project analytics and operational efficiency, provides training support, and ensures alignment with business goals while managing organizational change. Focused on delivering results through effective project and risk management, the team plays a vital role in advancing Walmart’s supply chain operations with professionalism and integrity.
What you'll do:

• Lead strategic partnerships with site leadership to drive end-to-end improvements within the Distribution Center.
• Manage and balance workloads of Process Quality Engineers to support network and site-specific projects.
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, and Statistical Process Control to eliminate losses and sustain process enhancements.
• Support Daily Management System reviews by analyzing performance metrics and implementing corrective actions.
• Drive execution of business plans by identifying operational needs, removing barriers, and adjusting priorities to meet performance standards.
• Mentor and develop associates to build high-performing teams aligned with company values and ethics.
• Evaluate and improve operational plans and initiatives to enhance efficiency.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in supply chain management with strong operational knowledge of distribution center processes.
• Proven expertise in root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies, including Six Sigma and process improvement tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Strong project management skills with the capacity to drive multiple initiatives and align business plans with operational goals.
• Ability to analyze performance metrics, implement corrective actions, and adapt strategies to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and supporting organizational values.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $128,000.00 - $192,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and 4 years’ experience in Continuous Improvement work or related area OR 6 years’ experience in Engineering, Continuous Improvement work or related area.
4 years’ experience leading teams.
Knowledge and application of a functioning Quality Management System elements (for example, Statistical Process Control, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Quality Key Performance Indicators).
Demonstrated project ownership resulting in sustainable, long term savings.
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Conducting work measurement, predetermined time systems, and related analysis Masters: Business Administration, Masters: Computer Engineering Primary Location... 101 SOHLER DR, MANKATO, MN 56001-1855, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.