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Focal Point, LLC · 3 months ago

Operations Leadership Development Associate

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Leadership Development Program Associate to join their team. The role focuses on implementing and improving manufacturing processes while developing leadership skills through various operational projects and rotations.

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Responsibilities

Develop leadership skills in Operations through on the job experiences participating on and leading projects that drive high performance in our Operations

Rotate through technical, supervisory, and project driven positions in Operations during each 12-month assignment at a location. Potential project assignments include: Lean Manufacturing/Process Controls/Formal Kaizens, Technology and Plant Floor improvements, Quality Control, Supply Chain, Operational Productivity and Financial Metrics, Engineering/New Product Development, and Employee Engagement, all with an emphasis on project leadership, technical proficiency, and supervisory skills

Design and implement process improvements, work as part of a team addressing process, quality, or lean improvement opportunities, and lead teams to complete productivity, lean, quality, and product startup projects

Interact daily with factory workers, engineers, supervisors, planners and others, and take direction from leaders at the specific site

Present results of projects and initiatives with the Legrand North America senior leadership team and have ongoing contact with the executive sponsor of the program

Qualification

Lean ManufacturingProcess ImprovementProject LeadershipEngineering DegreeAnalytical SkillsTeam CollaborationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

BS degree in Engineering with concentrations in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical or Industrial Engineering, or similar technical degrees are preferred

Proven work ethic through internship, prior research or co-op experience in engineering or manufacturing

Proven experience effectively working in teams

Ideally prior experience working with an organization that utilizes continuous improvement processes

Demonstrated leadership aptitude

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities

Ability to utilize individual and team strengths to accomplish tasks

Ability to perform in cross functional teams

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills

Exceptional computer skills

Willing to travel domestically and internationally and to be relocated

Strong commitment to a career in operations management

Knowledge of business concepts and strategy

Strong interpersonal and communications skills

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

High employer 401K match

Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

Short-term and long-term disability benefit plans

Above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave

Bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans

Paid time off to volunteer

Active/growing Employee Resource Group network

Company

Focal Point, LLC

Founded more than 25 years ago Focal Point, a brand of Legrand, is a Chicago-based architectural lighting and integrated acoustical systems manufacturer.

Founded in 1994