Operations Director Jobs in Wisconsin
Operations Director jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in manufacturing, healthcare administration, distribution logistics, and food production, with strong demand at every level from plant operations managers stepping up to enterprise-wide directors overseeing multi-site networks. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers like Kohl's, Aurora Health Care, and Kwik Trip that maintain long-term operations leadership pipelines. The most in-demand specialties are supply chain optimization, lean manufacturing oversight, and healthcare operations management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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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Operations Director 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 operations director jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive operations leadership experience in Wisconsin industry sectors
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams and large-scale operational budgets
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Strong background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to executive leadership and boards
Operations Director Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operations director in Wisconsin?
Most operations director roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, industrial engineering, or a closely related field, with a master's degree increasingly preferred at larger organizations. Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license specific to operations directors, but candidates who advance through manufacturing or healthcare operations often hold certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, which carry strong weight with Wisconsin employers in those sectors.
Which companies hire operations directors in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin operations director roles are posted by Michels, Associated Bank, and Key Rehabilitation and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's mix of large manufacturers, regional health systems, and major retail and distribution headquarters creates consistent year-round demand for senior operations leadership across the state.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most operations director jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay have the most operations director openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because it anchors the state's largest concentration of corporate headquarters, manufacturing firms, and regional health systems, while Madison's government agencies, university-affiliated organizations, and tech-adjacent employers drive demand there, and Green Bay's dominant food processing, packaging, and logistics industries sustain steady openings in that market.
Are there remote operations director jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Operations directors typically oversee physical facilities, staff, and workflows that require regular on-site presence, so fully remote roles are uncommon. About 45% of operations director openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve enterprise-level strategy, multi-site oversight, or business process functions rather than hands-on plant or clinic management.
How can I get hired as a operations director in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an operations supervisor or operations manager role first, then building toward director-level responsibilities over several years. Large Wisconsin manufacturers such as Oshkosh Corporation and Generac, and regional health systems like Froedtert Health, regularly hire operations coordinators and department managers who rotate through structured leadership development tracks. Earning a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or a Project Management Professional certification while in those roles signals readiness for director-level promotion and makes Wisconsin candidates more competitive for internal advancement.
Where can I find and apply to operations director jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to operations director jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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