Operations Project Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

Operations Project Manager jobs in Wisconsin are consistently active, with steady demand across manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and insurance sectors that anchor the state's economy. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay lead hiring volume, and employers like Kohler, American Family Insurance, and Schneider National regularly bring on operations project managers at coordinator through senior program manager levels. The most in-demand specialties include supply chain operations, process improvement, and cross-functional project delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles7
Top employerPlexus
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Cities hiring5
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialBachelor of Science

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Operations Project Manager
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Operations Project Manager
The Board Store Home Improvements Inc
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$29 - $33/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Senior Project Manager - Implementation and Mobile Operations Manager for Screening for Life - Institute for Health & Humanity
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Senior Project Manager - Implementation and Mobile Operations Manager for Screening for Life - Institute for Health & Humanity
Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Project Manager Facilities, Fh - Plant Operations
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Project Manager Facilities, Fh - Plant Operations
Froedtert & MCW
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Mgr - Global Network Operations
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Mgr - Global Network Operations
Plexus
Neenah, Wisconsin
Customer Success
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$113k - $169k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Project Manager - Turnkey Operations
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Project Manager - Turnkey Operations
Badger Meter
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Business Operations
Customer Success
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Operations Project Manager Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Milwaukee
3 jobs
Neenah
1 job
Madison
1 job
Appleton
1 job
La Crosse
1 job

Operations Project Manager Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Plexus1 open role
Badger Meter1 open role
Froedtert & MCW1 open role

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operations project manager jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, supply chain, or a related field
  • PMP or CAPM certification through the Project Management Institute strongly preferred
  • Three or more years managing cross-functional operations or process improvement projects
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Asana
  • Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing or operations environment
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities across departments

Operations Project Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operations project manager in Wisconsin?

Most operations project manager roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, supply chain, or industrial engineering, followed by hands-on project or process coordination experience. Wisconsin does not issue a state-specific license for this role, but employers across manufacturing and healthcare sectors consistently prioritize candidates who hold a Project Management Professional credential or have completed a Lean or Six Sigma certification before applying.

How much do operations project managers make in Wisconsin?

Operations project managers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $97,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,840 for the lowest 10% to over $139,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire operations project managers in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin operations project manager roles are posted by Plexus, Badger Meter, and Froedtert & MCW and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's dense manufacturing base and its large insurance and healthcare headquarters mean openings are distributed across both industrial and corporate environments throughout the state.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most operations project manager jobs?

Milwaukee, Neenah, and Madison account for the largest share of operations project manager openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee drives volume through its manufacturing, financial services, and healthcare systems, while Madison's concentration of insurance carriers, state government operations, and university-affiliated institutions supports consistent demand, and Green Bay's logistics and food production industries fill out the market.

Are there remote operations project manager jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, and they are more common than in many operations roles. About 0% of operations project manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that coordination, reporting, and stakeholder management tasks translate well to distributed work. Project phases that involve on-site audits, production floor observation, or vendor walkthroughs typically still require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a operations project manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into an operations coordinator, project coordinator, or process analyst role at a mid-size Wisconsin manufacturer or health system, then building toward a full project manager title. Employers like Exact Sciences, Oshkosh Corporation, and large regional health systems such as Advocate Aurora Health hire associate-level operations roles where candidates can earn internal project exposure. Completing a CAPM certification before applying signals readiness and gives candidates without a long resume a concrete credential to reference.

Where can I find and apply to operations project manager jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to operations project manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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