Legrand - Operations Leadership Development Program, application via RippleMatch

<p><strong>This role is with Legrand. Legrand uses RippleMatch to find top talent.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Job Title:</strong>&nbsp;Operations Leadership Development Program Associate</p> <p><strong>Role:&nbsp;</strong>The&nbsp;<strong>Operations Leadership Development Program (“OLDP”) Associate</strong>&nbsp;will implement<br>and improve manufacturing processes required to meet the needs of the operation for both<br>existing and new products. Utilizes and supports individual, team and quality/process<br>improvement efforts. Assures manufacturing processes meet requirements for process<br>capability, safety, customer service and reliability.<br><br><strong>Mission Statement:</strong><br>The Operations Leadership Development Program empowers, equips, and trains the future<br>leaders of Legrand by providing them with growth opportunities, leadership exposure, and real<br>operational challenges in multiple business units.<br><br><strong>Main Job Duties:</strong></p> <ol> <li> <p>Develop leadership skills in Operations through on the job experiences participating on and<br>leading projects that drive high performance in our Operations.</p> </li> <li> <p>Rotate through technical, supervisory, and project driven positions in Operations during each<br>12-month assignment at a location. Potential project assignments include: Lean<br>Manufacturing/Process Controls/Formal Kaizens, Technology and Plant Floor improvements,<br>Quality Control, Supply Chain, Operational Productivity and Financial Metrics, Engineering/New<br>Product Development, and Employee Engagement, all with an emphasis on project leadership,<br>technical proficiency, and supervisory skills.</p> </li> <li> <p>Design and implement process improvements, work as part of a team addressing process,<br>quality, or lean improvement opportunities, and lead teams to complete productivity, lean,<br>quality, and product startup projects.</p> </li> <li> <p>Interact daily with factory workers, engineers, supervisors, planners and others, and take<br>direction from leaders at the specific site.</p> </li> <li> <p>Present results of projects and initiatives with the Legrand North America senior leadership<br>team and have ongoing contact with the executive sponsor of the program.</p> </li> </ol> <p><br><strong>Education:</strong><br>BS degree in Engineering with concentrations in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical or<br>Industrial Engineering or similar technical degrees are preferred.</p> <p><strong>Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Proven work ethic through internship, prior research or co-op experience in engineering or<br>manufacturing</p> </li> <li> <p>Proven experience effectively working in teams</p> </li> <li> <p>Ideally prior experience working with an organization that utilizes continuous improvement<br>processes</p> </li> <li> <p>Demonstrated leadership aptitude</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Position Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to utilize individual and team strengths to accomplish tasks</p> </li> <li> <p>Ability to perform in cross functional teams</p> </li> <li> <p>Solid analytical and problem-solving skills</p> </li> <li> <p>Exceptional computer skills</p> </li> <li> <p>Willing to travel domestically and internationally and to be relocated</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong commitment to a career in operations management</p> </li> <li> <p>Knowledge of business concepts and strategy</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong interpersonal and communications skills</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Program Locations:</strong><br><br>Canonsburg, PA<br>Anaheim, CA<br>Kenosha, WI<br>Queretaro, MX<br>Dayton, OH<br>Concord, NC<br>Chicago, IL<br>Reno, NV<br>Juarez, MX<br>Fairfield, NJ<br>Farmingdale, NY<br>West Hartford, CT<br>Warsaw, IN<br>St Louis, MO<br>Tijuana, MX<br>Monterrey, MX<br>Union City, CA</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>