Operations Leadership Development Program – Class of 2027
About The Position
Cerro Wire LLC, part of Marmon Electrical and Marmon Holdings, offers a two-year rotational program called Accelerated Manufacturing & Production Excellence Development (AMPED), planned to begin in June 2027. The program prepares future operations plant leaders through three eight-month rotations across key manufacturing sites. Rotations are primarily among two locations in Hartselle, Alabama; Indiana and Utah manufacturing sites may also be included. Participants gain operational and leadership experience through technical and leadership training, certifications, mentorship, and project-based rotations. The program also includes participation across Marmon Utility, Marmon Aerospace & Defense, and Marmon Industrial Energy & Infrastructure. The cohort consists of two participants annually. Associates complete rotations across Production Operations, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Quality, and lead a cross-functional continuous-improvement capstone project with measurable business impact. Participants are paired with a senior operations leader and receive training in early-career readiness, situational leadership, conflict resolution, safety, and lean management. After the program, graduates are placed in key operations roles, targeting Production Supervisor or an equivalent-level position such as Process Engineer, Planner, or Quality Control Analyst, depending on availability. The program strengthens the company's pipeline for Plant Management succession. Candidates must be willing to relocate for rotations and post-program placement, commute within the defined working state, travel 10–15%, and work first, second, or third shifts. Candidates receiving a conditional offer will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. Cerro Wire is an equal opportunity employer and offers reasonable accommodations during the application and recruiting process upon request.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, Supply Chain, Process Engineering, or a related field, with graduation by May 2027.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Demonstrated leadership through internships, sports, co-ops, or campus involvement.
- Demonstrated learning agility.
- Willingness to relocate for rotations and post-program placement.
- Ability to commute within the defined working state.
- Ability to travel 10–15%.
- Willingness to work first, second, or third shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.
- Exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or ERP systems.
- GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Responsibilities
- Participate in structured rotations across manufacturing operations.
- Analyze and improve production processes using lean and Six Sigma tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve real business challenges.
- Lead people, safety, quality, and efficiency initiatives.
- Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Complete a continuous-improvement capstone project with measurable ROI.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
