Project Manager, Operations Transformation

greatdane· Manufacturing
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📍 Brazil, IN, US📍 Chicago, IL, US📍 Savannah, GA, US📍 Terre Haute, IN, USFULL TIME

About this role

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

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This Project Manager, Operations Transformation role at greatdane is based in Brazil, IN, US, Chicago, IL, US, Savannah, GA, US, Terre Haute, IN, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Project Manager, Operations Transformation role in the Manufacturing department at greatdane.
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This Project Manager, Operations Transformation position at greatdane was posted on Jun 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Project Manager, Operations Transformation
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