Operations Leadership Development Program

Emerson • Elyria, OH

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About The Position

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Participants complete 3–4 rotational assignments across manufacturing and
supply chain operations. Each rotation provides increasing leadership
responsibility and real business impact.
Example rotations may include:
Production / Operations Leadership
Lead a manufacturing team, drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost
performance while managing hourly employees.
Materials & Supply Chain Management
Manage inventory, production planning, procurement coordination, and
distribution network operations.
Distribution Center Operations
Gain exposure to warehouse management, logistics operations, and service
level performance.
Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence
Lead improvement initiatives using Lean and problem-solving methodologies.
Participants will lead improvement projects tied directly to operational KPIs
and financial performance.
Leadership Development
Alongside rotational assignments, participants receive structured development
including:
Operations and manufacturing leadership training
Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods
Financial and operational performance management
People leadership and workforce engagement
Strategic decision-making and problem solving
Each participant is paired with an executive mentor and program sponsor to
support career growth and leadership development.

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued,
respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages
innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that
great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career
development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to
thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we
invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse
teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business
results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing
flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical,
mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical
insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance
Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups,
recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans,
including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday
leave.

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our
diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the
world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join
us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive
knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the
world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the
planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your
skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud
corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our
people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility
seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything
we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek
opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to
break through. Let’s go, together.

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our
deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers
in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables,
chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while
improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology,
we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve
their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges
with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of
countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a
career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent
graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference
with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in: Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business or related field
• 0–5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or supply chain
• Willingness to relocate between sites as part of the program
• Strong leadership potential and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing or operations
• Experience leading teams or projects
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Participants complete 3–4 rotational assignments across manufacturing and supply chain operations. Each rotation provides increasing leadership responsibility and real business impact.
• Lead a manufacturing team, drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while managing hourly employees.
• Manage inventory, production planning, procurement coordination, and distribution network operations.
• Gain exposure to warehouse management, logistics operations, and service level performance.
• Lead improvement initiatives using Lean and problem-solving methodologies.
• Participants will lead improvement projects tied directly to operational KPIs and financial performance.
• Participants receive structured development including: Operations and manufacturing leadership training, Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods, Financial and operational performance management, People leadership and workforce engagement, Strategic decision-making and problem solving
• Each participant is paired with an executive mentor and program sponsor to support career growth and leadership development.

Benefits

• flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs
• medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• tuition reimbursement
• employee resource groups
• recognition
• flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees