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Overview

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

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.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

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.

Qualifications

YOUR SKILLS & ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

Experience: 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

Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt preferred

Experience in automation deployment preferred

Experience in production system optimization preferred

Travel: Up to 50%

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Office and plant environment.

Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, grow, succeed and be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

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

And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer