Operational Excellence Manager
Listed on 2026-01-20
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Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager, Business Management
Eaton’s GEIS division is currently seeking a Operational Excellence Manager. This position is onsite at our GEIS headquarters in Syracuse, NY. Relocation is not provided for this role.
The Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions (GEIS) division is part of Eaton’s global electrical sector and has over 128 years of experience in enhancing efficiency, safety, and reliability for our customers. Our strategic focus is on driving growth, leveraging innovation, and building capability across our global network. We operate in dynamic and ever evolving markets, be this as a result of energy transitions, digitalization, safety, or a continued drive for greater efficiency within our customers, partners and suppliers.
To deliver on this, we need the best people. We need diverse ideas, experiences, mindsets, and skills to imagine the future solutions our markets will need.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $109000 - $159000 a year. Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you’ll do:The Operational Excellence (OpEx) Manager is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team at the Syracuse plant, reporting directly to the Plant Manager. This role is critical in driving efficiency, effectiveness, and continuous improvement across all site operations. The OpEx Manager leverages data analysis, identifies process inefficiencies, and implements strategic solutions to ensure the plant meets evolving business and customer needs.
Through collaboration with cross-functional teams, this position fosters a culture of innovation and operational excellence, ultimately improving productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.
In this role you will:
Champion a culture of Continuous Improvement by deploying Eaton Business System (EBS) elements and methodologies.
Lead and facilitate process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI tools to optimize operational performance.
Develop and execute operational excellence strategies and roadmaps aligned with organizational objectives.
Provide expertise and training on EBS tools, including EBS Pull, OpA, and EBS Assessments.
Implement change management policies and procedures across multiple functions.
Present complex business insights and strategic recommendations to executive leadership, effectively influencing decision-making through clear reporting, data-driven analysis.
Drive standardization and digitization of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and integrate Industry 4.0 solutions in partnership with engineering and support functions.
Own site-level Cost-Out initiatives aligned with annual Profit Plan objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, reduce costs, and propose innovative solutions.
Design and deliver training programs on operational excellence principles, tools, and techniques for all organizational levels.
Establish and monitor KPIs to measure progress and impact of CI initiatives, adjusting strategies as needed.
Basic (Required)
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience (such as Project Management, Product or Process Improvement / implementation).
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1, H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, 1-485 job profitability, etc.
No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of Syracuse, NY to be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) and applied experience.
3+ years of supervisory or management experience.
Background in operations, engineering, and/or quality.
Experience in electrical or automotive manufacturing.
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