Project Manager, Operations Transformation

Great Dane • Savannah, GA

10h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager, Operations Transformation leads multi-site manufacturing improvement initiatives focused on productivity, throughput, labor optimization, and operational standardization. This role is responsible for delivering enterprise manufacturing improvements across multiple facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
• 8-12+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or project leadership
• Experience leading plant-level or multi-site initiatives
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
• Proven ability to manage complex operational projects

Nice To Haves

• Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
• Experience in automation deployment preferred
• Experience in production system optimization preferred

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of cross-functional manufacturing transformation projects
• Drive improvements involving throughput, cycle time, labor productivity, and equipment efficiency
• Coordinate execution across multiple manufacturing locations
• Develop standardized implementation plans
• Partner with plant leadership to ensure execution alignment
• Identify operational risks and mitigation strategies
• Monitor project performance and milestone achievement
• Ensure measurable operational outcomes are achieved
• Deliver measurable financial and operational improvements tied to project objectives
• Drive execution across functions, not just technical solutioning
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation

What This Job Offers

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