Operations Director

Operations Director Pewaukee

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Role

The Operations Director Pewaukee is the senior site leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing and operational execution at a single-site facility specializing in Engineer-to-Order (ETO) pumps, aftermarket parts, Configure-to-Order (CTO) pumps, and custom pump service. This high-mix, low-volume production environment requires a dynamic leader who can balance operational efficiency, customer responsiveness, and continuous improvement.

This role requires end-to-end operational oversightfrom safety and quality to delivery, cost, and team developmentwhile embedding Xylem's Lean Production System and fostering a culture of problem-solving and accountability.

Core Responsibilities

Operational Strategy & Execution

• Lead day-to-day operations across manufacturing, planning, quality, logistics, and service.
• Ensure safe, high-quality, and on-time delivery of ETO / CTO pumps and aftermarket solutions.
• Drive alignment with Xylem's global Lean Production System (XPS) and Goal Deployment Process (Hoshin Kanri).
• Oversee site-level execution of critical customer orders, shop-floor production, and capacity planning.
• Champion site-specific transformation initiatives tied to simplification, on-time delivery (OTD), and lead-time reduction.

Lean & Continuous Improvement

People Leadership & Culture

Customer & Financial Performance

Qualifications

Required :

Preferred :

Join us and let's solve watertogether.

Salary range : $121,800.00 - $219,200.00

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation