COO Jobs in Wisconsin
COO jobs in Wisconsin are consistently active, with demand concentrated in manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, and agricultural technology, drawing candidates from entry-level operations leadership through seasoned C-suite executives. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay anchor most of the hiring, with major employers such as Kohler Co., Aurora Health Care, and Johnson Controls maintaining deep operational leadership needs across the state. The most sought-after specialties include supply chain optimization, multi-site operations management, and healthcare system administration. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.
Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.
Description Overview
Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing Quality, Affordable Self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it
The Director of Operations is responsible for assisting in development of Operation Excellence Program with Corporate PWS Leader and execution of it at the Plant level. The position will provide supervision, support, coaching, training, and development of Plant Operating team to enable execution of the program within the Plant. The role will be responsible for monitoring day-to-day execution of Plant performance including unplanned losses during operations through work systems and drive improvements in overall losses which include Safety, Quality, and Productivity. Direct reports to this role include Plant Operations Sanitation team.
Scope of the Role
- Promote company culture, values and principles as well as participate in company functions.
- Ensures that all operations comply with current Good Manufacturing Procedures, reviews Standard Operating Procedure changes for all plant operations, and monitors training and enforcement to ensure SOPs are followed.
- Drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality and Productivity related losses utilizing problem solving tools/methodologies along with operational expertise.
- Monitor key performance indicators in accordance with the Operations Excellence/Work System Practices and encourage close teamwork between all functions (Engineering, Safety, Asset Reliability, Quality Organization…etc.) to close gaps.
- Develop individual training and development plans for direct and indirect team reports that maximize the team resources.
- Root Cause Failure for losses based on economic evaluation. Utilize critical thinking: use of logic, reasoning, and calculations to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to solve problems at hand.
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring, performance evaluation, attendance/payroll, succession planning and recognition program to attract and retain talent.
- Drive Conformance to Work System processes with plant personnel through partnership and education.
- Ensure the implementation of all repairs/modifications resulting from gap assessments, plant audits, notifications, and loss improvement activities.
- Participates in capacity or budget planning, gathers, and evaluates information, and makes and presents recommendations to the plant manager or other management staff.
Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, management, engineering, or a related discipline combined with 10+ years of manufacturing experience.
- Must have FDA Experience and must have Union experience.
- Infant formula experience is ideal, must minimally have food experience.
- Must have Continuous Improvement Knowledge (5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, TPM, RCA).
- Knowledge of cGMPs and experience supervising in pharmaceutical/nutritional operations.
- Firsthand experience in managing infant nutritional manufacturing operations or management experience managing processing spray drying facilities.
- Sound judgment and good decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills, including well-developed communication and problem-solving skills.
- Good planning, analytical skills, and a thorough understanding of manufacturing, packaging and/or warehousing processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including strong listening skills and presentation skills are required.
- Ability to provide work direction across multiple production areas and shifts.
- Ability to manage in high pressure environments.
- Computer Systems: Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio, CMMS, BI).
Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.
Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.
Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.
We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here
Applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English. Thank you.
We are 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, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo
At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.
Join us on our One Perrigo journey as we evolve to win in self-care.
Description Overview
Perrigo Company is dedicated to making lives better by bringing Quality, Affordable Self-care products that consumers trust everywhere they are sold. Help us do it
The Director of Operations is responsible for assisting in development of Operation Excellence Program with Corporate PWS Leader and execution of it at the Plant level. The position will provide supervision, support, coaching, training, and development of Plant Operating team to enable execution of the program within the Plant. The role will be responsible for monitoring day-to-day execution of Plant performance including unplanned losses during operations through work systems and drive improvements in overall losses which include Safety, Quality, and Productivity. Direct reports to this role include Plant Operations Sanitation team.
Scope of the Role
- Promote company culture, values and principles as well as participate in company functions.
- Ensures that all operations comply with current Good Manufacturing Procedures, reviews Standard Operating Procedure changes for all plant operations, and monitors training and enforcement to ensure SOPs are followed.
- Drive continuous improvement in Safety, Quality and Productivity related losses utilizing problem solving tools/methodologies along with operational expertise.
- Monitor key performance indicators in accordance with the Operations Excellence/Work System Practices and encourage close teamwork between all functions (Engineering, Safety, Asset Reliability, Quality Organization…etc.) to close gaps.
- Develop individual training and development plans for direct and indirect team reports that maximize the team resources.
- Root Cause Failure for losses based on economic evaluation. Utilize critical thinking: use of logic, reasoning, and calculations to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to solve problems at hand.
- Responsible for recruiting, hiring, performance evaluation, attendance/payroll, succession planning and recognition program to attract and retain talent.
- Drive Conformance to Work System processes with plant personnel through partnership and education.
- Ensure the implementation of all repairs/modifications resulting from gap assessments, plant audits, notifications, and loss improvement activities.
- Participates in capacity or budget planning, gathers, and evaluates information, and makes and presents recommendations to the plant manager or other management staff.
Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, management, engineering, or a related discipline combined with 10+ years of manufacturing experience.
- Must have FDA Experience and must have Union experience.
- Infant formula experience is ideal, must minimally have food experience.
- Must have Continuous Improvement Knowledge (5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, TPM, RCA).
- Knowledge of cGMPs and experience supervising in pharmaceutical/nutritional operations.
- Firsthand experience in managing infant nutritional manufacturing operations or management experience managing processing spray drying facilities.
- Sound judgment and good decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills, including well-developed communication and problem-solving skills.
- Good planning, analytical skills, and a thorough understanding of manufacturing, packaging and/or warehousing processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including strong listening skills and presentation skills are required.
- Ability to provide work direction across multiple production areas and shifts.
- Ability to manage in high pressure environments.
- Computer Systems: Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Visio, CMMS, BI).
Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.
Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.
Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.
We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here
Applicants please note: To apply to this position please click the APPLY button at the bottom of the application. (The SAVE button will only save your profile information but not submit an application for this open position.) All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English. Thank you.
We are 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, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo
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COO Job Market in Wisconsin
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Banking & Financial Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Retail
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in COO jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field required
- Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in operations or a related function
- Demonstrated experience managing P&L responsibility across multiple business units or facilities
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams of fifty or more employees through organizational change
- Experience in Wisconsin's dominant sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, or financial services preferred
- Strong background in operational strategy, process improvement methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma
COO Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a coo in Wisconsin?
There is no state-issued license required to work as a coo in Wisconsin. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related discipline, with an MBA preferred for larger organizations. Candidates typically build toward the role through progressive leadership positions in Wisconsin's manufacturing, healthcare, or financial services sectors, often starting as a director of operations or vice president before stepping into the coo role.
Which companies hire coos in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring coos in Wisconsin right now include Michels, Associated Bank, and Key Rehabilitation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of large manufacturers, regional hospital systems, and financial institutions means demand for operations leadership remains steady across both the Milwaukee metro and secondary markets like Madison and Green Bay.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most coo jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay account for the most coo openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because it is home to the state's largest corporate headquarters and hospital networks, while Madison's concentration of university-affiliated health systems and state government contractors drives steady demand, and Green Bay's manufacturing and food production base supports consistent hiring for senior operations roles.
Are there remote coo jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they are uncommon. About 48% of coo openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects how the role typically requires on-site presence to oversee facilities, staff, and day-to-day operations. Strategy-focused or portfolio-company coo roles are the most likely to allow hybrid or remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a coo in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into an operations manager or director of operations role first, then building toward coo over several years. Large Wisconsin employers such as Aurora Health Care, Oshkosh Corporation, and Advocate Health run formal leadership development programs that recruit candidates from within and from recent MBA graduates. Earning a Lean or Six Sigma certification adds a concrete credential that Wisconsin manufacturing and healthcare employers consistently prioritize when evaluating candidates without a full coo tenure.
Where can I find and apply to coo jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to coo jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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