Operations Project Manager

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

 

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa  - Waterloo  
Function: Operations
Title: Operations Project Manager - 104667 
Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

 

  

 

Your Responsibilities

 

As an Operations Project Manager for John Deere located in Waterloo, Iowa, you will manage and coordinate the successful delivery of Strategic Operations projects with low complexity and/or tactical Operations projects with high complexity.  This position will support the successful execution of Tractor Cab Assembly Operations (TCAO) end-of-line project execution until its completion, along with other PM projects and responsibilities. In addition, you will...

 

• Develop and refine plans for the future state end-of-line operations including strategy, tactical planning, and execution.
• Lead development and execution of plans to transition current operations to their future state or end-of-life.
• Work cross functionally and provide guidance to Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Material Flow, Facilities Engineering, and Operations to successfully meet project timelines and objectives.
• Develop and manage relevant capital and project budgets.
• Maintain communication with factory leadership and affected stakeholders.

 

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

 

• Knowledge of manufacturing and/or machining processes, Enterprise Product Delivery Process (EPDP), Order Fulfillment Process (OFP), and the Deere Production System.
• Project Management experience demonstrating effective communication, teamwork skills, problem solving, and multiple concurrent project workload management.
• Knowledge of capital budgeting and capital equipment justification process
• Demonstrated communication skills adapting messages to variety of audiences to align objectives.

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• 3 or more years of manufacturing and/or operations experience.
• 1 or more years of experience in Project Management – small to moderate scale projects.
• Working knowledge of TCAO product flow and tractor end-of-line processes.
• Cross functional work experience in multiple areas, i.e. quality, manufacturing engineering, operations, material flow.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and lead without authority across functional areas.
• Experience in business plan development at a department level.

Education

 

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

 

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent work experience

 

What You'll Get

 

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

 

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

 

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