Operations Specialist - Leadership Development Program
About The Position
Excelitas is a global technology leader with over 7,500 employees, specializing in illumination, optical, detection, and imaging solutions for various industries including biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security, defense, and aerospace. We are looking for new-graduate talent to join our Operations Leadership Development Program. This two-year rotational program is designed to cultivate the next generation of operations and supply chain professionals within our manufacturing teams. Participants will engage in two 12-month rotations across our manufacturing sites, taking on significant responsibilities and gaining cross-functional experience, supported by a structured development curriculum, mentorship, and exposure to senior leadership.
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
