Job Description
OPS Program Manager
Job Category:
Operations
Requisition Number:
OPSPR002828
ing Details
ed: April 22, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Salary Range:
$96,100 USD to $158,600 USD
Locations
Showing 1 location
Franklin, WI 53132, USA
Job Details
Description
Yaskawa is searching for a Program Manager for the Operations business unit. This role is responsible for owning cost, schedule and execution readiness from pre-Sales Order through manufacturing completion for Medium Voltage production. The position establishes and protects the financial and delivery commitments made to customers by developing accurate cost estimates, executable schedules, and risk mitigation plans. Then leading cross-functional action management across Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Test and subcontractors.
This role ensures material, capacity, and engineering readiness align with production and test schedules: manages changes to protect margin and delivery; and drives issue escalation, communication, and resolution. the expected end result is predictable execution, protected margins, on-time delivery, controlled change, and continuous improvement through captured lessons learned, enabling the business to profitably deliver the Medium Voltage product.
The ideal candidate will have:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
7+ years of experience in operations, program management, or manufacturing within an engineered to order or complex industrial environment
Proven experience managing cross-functional programs involving engineered electrical or power equipment
Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows, engineering change management, and supply chain dependencies
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and escalation skills
Experience with VFD systems, Medium Voltage drives, power electronics, switchgear, or industrial automation
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Theory of Constraints, or Six Sigma methodologies
Program or project management certification (PMP, PgMP, or equivalent) preferred
Experience working in regulated or safety-critical environments
Proficient PC skills including word processing, spreadsheet, and data base software.
Knowledge of various Project Management software including Microsoft Project
Creative problem solving abilities, attention to detail and accuracy, commitment to internal and external customer service.
Ability to set priorities and meet predetermined deadlines.
Some key advantages of working at Yaskawa include: career opportunities in diverse areas, a highly competitive benefit package, including a generous 401(K) plan, profit sharing, corporate wide bonus plan and educational assistance program offering up to $10,000 a year for graduate courses. Additional information regarding the benefit package can be found at the following link. https:
//www.yaskawa.com/about-us/careers/benefits
If the Operations Program Manager sounds like a fit for your background and career goals, we would love to hear from you!
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