Operations Management Associate

Parker Hannifin • Mccook, NE

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About The Position

The Operations Management Associate (OMA) participates in an 18-month Leadership Development Program designed to develop future operations leaders within Parker Hose Products Division. The program includes three rotations at one facility covering lean transformation, supply chain, and operations leadership, along with training in EHS, lean six sigma, leading high-performance teams, labor law, and coaching for high performance.

The OMA works cross-functionally to build a deep understanding of business operations and contribute to Parker’s objectives for profitable growth, financial performance, customer service, and empowered team members. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of safety, customer service, delivery, quality, and cost while developing leadership skills and business acumen. This position has no direct reports.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a college senior, majoring in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Engineering with a Business minor.
• Working knowledge of lean concepts and demonstrated application.
• Relevant experience gained through internship or co-op opportunities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Must be willing and able to relocate.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Understand and improve processes and procedures, develop leadership skills, and build broad business acumen.
• Learn and apply lean concepts by studying and planning operations for effective use of personnel, materials, machines, and facilities.
• Assist with or lead lean activities and Kaizen events, establishing courses of action and working cross-functionally to complete tasks and projects.
• Assist in designing and improving manufacturing and production methods and control systems using new, existing, or modified machinery and equipment.
• Introduce or recommend changes to work methods, safety measures, and labor utilization.
• Improve facility efficiency by establishing Kanban and inventory systems.
• Develop methods for controlling production costs and conducting cost analysis.
• Participate in leadership training and development focused on supervision, team leadership, and management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level