Operational Excellence PMO Leader
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The Operational Excellence & PMO Leader will support the Watertown Plant Manager by deploying Lean Six Sigma initiatives and providing project management leadership. The role focuses on improving site performance, strengthening processes, and coaching leaders in operational discipline. It also leads project governance across capital and operating projects and contributes to digital transformation aligned with Manufacturing 4.0.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visitwww.solenis.comor follow us on social media. The Operational Excellence & PMO Leader will serve as the right hand to the Watertown Plant Manager, driving Lean Six Sigma initiatives while providing structured project management leadership. This role accelerates the site's progression from Manufacturing 1.0 to Manufacturing 4.0 by improving SQDIP performance, strengthening processes, and coaching front-line and mid-level leaders in operational discipline. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead Lean Six Sigma roadmap deployment, including VSM, Kaizen, RCA, standard work, 5S, SMED, TPM, and visual management. * Serve as the site's continuous improvement strategist for throughput, waste elimination, quality improvement, and cost savings. * Coach Operations Managers and production teams to develop CI capability and problem-solving discipline. * Provide PMO leadership across CAPEX and OPEX projects using project charters, governance cadences, KPIs, and RACI structures. * Partner with engineering, maintenance, quality, and supply chain to manage cross-functional project portfolios. * Contribute to digital transformation efforts aligned with Manufacturing 4.0. * Facilitate daily, weekly, and monthly performance review structures. * Support culture-building efforts around safety, accountability, and operational rigor. QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree preferred (Engineering, Operations, Industrial Technology, Business). * 3-5+ years in manufacturing, operations, CI or project management. * Lean Six Sigma Black Belt... For full info follow application link. Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at 1-888-756-2701. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/8A571B153BE64FA9
How this job compares
Set against the 15,465 open Project Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
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- Wisconsin median$97–166K/yr122 salary ranges
- US median$28–36/hr798 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 334 open Project Management jobs in Wisconsin and 15,465 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Education
- 6,247 of the 15,465 open Project Management jobs (40%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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