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Operational Excellence Manager

Operational Excellence Manager
Location: Phoenix, AZ
We are seeking an assertive and experienced Operational Excellence Manager to support ongoing manufacturing operations with a focus on identifying inefficiencies, driving cost-saving opportunities, and improving team productivity. This person will operate independently to analyze operations, surface improvement areas, and provide actionable recommendations—without waiting on senior management to initiate change.
The role combines elements of continuous improvement, factory floor insight, and strategic oversight. Ideal candidates will have deep manufacturing experience, an instinct for solving problems on the ground, and a proactive mindset.

Scope:
• Monitor day-to-day manufacturing operations and identify inefficiencies in processes, resource allocation, and labor usage.
• Provide on-the-ground operational visibility to leadership by gathering insights from the plant and communicating back to internal teams.
• Develop data-backed recommendations to streamline production, optimize workforce utilization, and reduce waste.
• Act as a trusted internal operations advisor—capable of challenging assumptions, improving workflows, and asking “why” when something doesn’t make sense.
• Work closely with partner teams (e.g., Magna) to understand and report on activities impacting productivity, timelines, or costs.
• Support implementation of lean methodologies, cost-reduction plans, and operational KPIs.

Required:
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, factory management, or process optimization.
• Proven track record in identifying bottlenecks, cost drivers, and operational inefficiencies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the confidence to act independently and make quick decisions.
• Understanding of vendor and partner dynamics, including contract manufacturing relationships.
• Comfortable working in fast-moving, ambiguous environments where responsibilities shift day to day.
• Clear communicator who can report findings and recommendations to both executive and on-the-ground teams.

Estimated Min Rate: $30.00
Estimated Max Rate: $45.00


What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.