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Senior Manager, Operations Programs

Downers Grove, Illinois, United StatesRemoteFull-time$140k–$160k2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
HybridCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Leads cross-functional operational programs to improve manufacturing performance, execution discipline, and business growth across the Linear Motion Division.

Role type

Senior Manager, Operations Programs

Builds

Executable operational plans, capital project pipelines, facility strategies, and automation roadmaps for manufacturing sites.

Domain

Industrial Manufacturing / Operations Management

Required skills

Cross-functional program leadership, CapEx planning and budgeting, facility lease management, supply chain rationalization, Lean/Continuous Improvement (Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma), ERP implementation, stakeholder influence, data-driven decision making, international operations management.

Preferred skills

Advanced degree, PMP/Lean Six Sigma/APICS certification, ERP systems familiarity, business intelligence tools.

Technologies

ERP systems, Business Intelligence tools, Project Management tools.

Responsibilities

Lead LMD operations programs covering safety, quality, delivery, cost, and automation; Manage CapEx planning, budgeting, and execution; Manage facility lease programs and footprint strategy; Translate strategy into executable plans and milestones; Lead SCOFOR execution; Develop standardized project management frameworks; Own annual productivity plan development and tracking; Support capacity planning and make-versus-buy analysis; Establish governance routines and risk registers; Coach project leaders and functional managers.

Seniority

Senior Manager, strategic execution & cross-functional leadership