Operations Leadership Development Associate

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Operations Leadership Development Program Associate to join the Legrand Team. 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.

Mission Statement:

The Operations Leadership Development Program empowers, equips, and trains the future leaders of Legrand by providing them with growth opportunities, leadership exposure, and real operational challenges in multiple business units.

What Will You Do?

1. Develop leadership skills in Operations through on the job experiences participating on and leading projects that drive high performance in our Operations.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Interact daily with factory workers, engineers, supervisors, planners and others, and take direction from leaders at the specific site.
5. Present results of projects and initiatives with the Legrand North America senior leadership team and have ongoing contact with the executive sponsor of the program.

Required Skills

Education:  

• BS degree in Engineering with concentrations in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical or Industrial Engineering, or similar technical degrees are preferred. 

Experience:

• Proven work ethic through internship, prior research or co-op experience in engineering or manufacturing
• Proven experience effectively working in teams
• Ideally prior experience working with an organization that utilizes continuous improvement processes
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude

Position Requirements:

• 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

Program Locations:

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

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