Operations Specialist - Leadership Development Program
About The Position
Excelitas is seeking top new-graduate talent to join our Operations Leadership Development Program. This two-year rotational program is designed to invest in emerging talent and grow the next generation of operations and supply chain professionals within our manufacturing teams. Over two 12-month rotations across our manufacturing sites, you will take on meaningful ownership of high-impact assignments while building broad, cross-functional experience — supported by a structured development curriculum, dedicated mentorship, and direct exposure to senior leadership. The program consists of two 12-month rotations, with assignments based on business needs and relocation between North American manufacturing sites over the course of the program. Rotation opportunities include OpEx Leader, Manufacturing Engineer, Operations Supervisor, Materials Planner, Procurement Specialist, and Quality Engineer. Throughout the program, you'll build the skills, experience, and network to grow a long-term career at Excelitas.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Chain Management, completed within ~12 months of the program start date.
- Willingness and ability to relocate between manufacturing sites over the two-year program.
- Demonstrated leadership through academics, internships, work experience, or extracurricular involvement.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, operations, or supply chain is preferred.
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
- Experience working in an ISO9001, 14001, 13485 certified, and/or FDA QSR compliant environment is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Own and deliver measurable results on operations and supply chain assignments tied to real business objectives.
- Analyze operational data to identify improvement opportunities and drive data-informed decisions.
- Partner cross-functionally with engineering, quality, planning, procurement, and site leadership.
- Apply continuous improvement principles through the Excelitas Operating System to reduce cost, cycle time, and waste.
- Present rotation outcomes and recommendations to the steering committee, site leaders, and executives.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
- Self-Managed Vacation
- Holiday Pay
- PAID Maternity/Paternity leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Long-term and Short-term disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
