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PropelGrad

Operations Leadership Development Program

Full-TimeRemoteCanonsburg, Pennsylvania
Posted: February 2026Apply by: May 21, 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time

Start Date: Rolling

Department: Operations

Position Overview

The Operations Leadership Development Program (“OLDP”) Associate will implement

and improve manufacturing processes required to meet the needs of the operation for both

existing and new products. Utilizes and supports individual, team and quality/process

improvement efforts. Assures manufacturing processes meet requirements for process

capability, safety, customer service and reliability.

You’ll be expected to

  • 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 North America senior leadership team and have ongoing contact with the executive sponsor of the program.

Qualifications

  • Field of Study: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Safety, Supply Chain, Bioengineering, ⁠Industrial Engineering, ⁠Petroleum Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Construction Management, ⁠Industrial and Systems Engineering.
  • Pursuing a Bachelors or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
  • 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.

Compensation

The compensation for this role is market competitive.

Procedure: We are an HR consultancy firm, and we help candidates match with the potential roles by using an Artificial Intelligence System which is free of cost. If you meet the eligibility criteria, please apply and our recruitment team will help you understand your strengths and strategize your career ahead. We can let you know better once you submit your resume.

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