OLDP Associate - GPO Midwest
About The Position
Join our Operations Leadership Development Program (OLDP) and take on a pivotal role in driving impact in key assignments over a transformative 36-month journey designed to accelerate your career growth and position you as a potential future leader within our organization. The program journey consists of four nine-month rotational assignments, providing you with comprehensive exposure to our core businesses, processes, technologies, and leaders. The rotations will cover key areas such as Production, Global Operations, and Engineering. Participants will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, deliverables, and timelines. They will also be responsible for developing and implementing project plans, which include resource allocation, risk assessment, and effective stakeholder communication. Continuous improvement of manufacturing processes will be a significant focus throughout the program. The final rotation is particularly noteworthy as they will take on a people manager role. This experience is aimed at equipping participants with hands-on leadership skills while they work towards achieving significant objectives and guiding team initiatives. This comprehensive approach ensures that participants not only gain technical expertise but also develop essential leadership qualities. The program offers structured learning opportunities that empower you to enhance your skills. This includes business & communications training, leadership training, and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification. You will also gain valuable insights into global cultural perspectives, enhancing your ability to collaborate in diverse environments. Following the first assignment, the rotation selection process is aligned with your career interests, areas of development, and business needs with feedback from the Program Manager, OLDP Managers and Mentors. This ensures a personalized and impactful journey that supports your growth and development in the company. We currently have an exciting opening to start in our Midwest facilities (St. Louis, MO, Milwaukee, WI, or Sheboygan, WI).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, etc.), Logistics, or Supply Chain
- GPA of 3.5 or greater
- 1+ professional internship
- Graduation date of 2025 or Spring/Summer 2026
Nice To Haves
- Flexibility with mobility during and after the program
Responsibilities
- Drive impact in key assignments over a transformative 36-month journey.
- Gain comprehensive exposure to core businesses, processes, technologies, and leaders through four nine-month rotational assignments.
- Cover key areas such as Production, Global Operations, and Engineering.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, deliverables, and timelines.
- Develop and implement project plans, including resource allocation, risk assessment, and effective stakeholder communication.
- Focus on continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
- Take on a people manager role in the final rotation.
- Equip participants with hands-on leadership skills.
- Work towards achieving significant objectives and guiding team initiatives.
- Enhance skills through structured learning opportunities including business & communications training, leadership training, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification.
- Gain valuable insights into global cultural perspectives.
- Participate in a rotation selection process aligned with career interests, development areas, and business needs.
Benefits
- health insurance
- paid time off (PTO)
- retirement contributions
- other perquisites
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
