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Operations Manager jobs in Milwaukee, WI
Operations managers keep the day-to-day machinery of a business running. They manage staffing, budgets, vendors, and processes, and look for ways to make the work faster, cheaper, and more reliable.
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$27–$71/hr
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$95k
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$22.5 - $31 per hour
, accountable for performing day-to-day non-clinical pharmacy operations, administrative activities; Ensures efficient pharmacy workflow... ...personnel. Leads training, coaching, and performance management of pharmacy t…
$122.2k - $189.4k
Auto req ID: 48365 Title: Legal Operations Lead Job Function: Legal Location: JUNEAU Workplace Category:Onsite Company:... ...systems, (ii) process improvement, (iii) knowledge and matter management systems, (iv) vendor…
Associate Operations Specialist - Oarsman Capital () Position Summary The Associate Operations Specialist provides foundational support... ...smooth flow of daily operational work. Reports to: Office Manager Key Responsi…
Job Summary The Assistant Program Manager supports the overall operation of a residential reentry center serving adults under the supervision of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. This position assists with program administr…
and we’re looking for an exceptional leader to help shape the future of our business. We’re seeking an experienced Regional Operations Manager to lead six automotive service centers across Wisconsin and Illinois. This is…
organization that qualifies for student loan forgiveness. Position Summary Provide ongoing assessment and treatment planning, case management, supportive psychotherapy, symptom management, medication monitoring, and cris…
the individualized needs of the youth and family. Authorizing support and services provided through the CLTS Program. Managing the coordination of benefits for the supports and services in the service plan to ensure high…
thinker and detail-oriented Coordinator of Medical Research Operations. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting... ...legal use. What you’ll do: Medical Records & Case Workflow Management ● Record Retri…
$18 - $20.5 per hour
Time Position Type: Regular Your Role at Sephora: As an Operations Associate , you’ll be the backbone of the store—ensuring... ...that support an exceptional client experience. From inventory management to visual merchan…
Position Summary: The Operations Coordinator supports daily snow removal and landscape operations by managing scheduling, dispatch, timesheet validation, and customer communication. This role works closely with field cre…
(K) Retirement Savings Program (must be employed for 60 days and must be 21 years of age to participate)* ~ As a Restaurant Operations Manager, you will be eligible for quarterly bonus payment based on restaurant's perfo…
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What operations managers earn in Milwaukee
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $27–$39 | $57k–$81k |
| Mid level | $39–$52 | $81k–$109k |
| Senior | $50–$71 | $104k–$147k |
Adjusted for the Milwaukee market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Process improvementTeam leadershipBudget managementVendor managementKPI reportingScheduling and staffingLean or Six Sigma methodsERP systemsProblem solving under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a process you made measurably more efficient.
Give the baseline metric, the change you made, and the result in cost, time, or quality. Explain how you got the team to adopt the new way.
How do you manage a team through a busy period or staffing shortage?
Talk about forecasting demand, cross-training, and prioritizing what can slip. Show you protect service quality and the team's limits at the same time.
How do you decide which operational metrics to track?
Tie metrics to what customers and the budget feel: throughput, quality, cost per unit, and safety. Mention avoiding dashboards nobody acts on.
Describe a time you had to cut costs without hurting quality.
Show a data-first approach: find waste, renegotiate with vendors, or fix rework loops before cutting people or materials that quality depends on.
Tell me about a vendor or supplier problem you resolved.
Describe holding the vendor to the agreement while keeping the relationship workable, and the backup plan you had ready.
How do you roll out a process change to a team that resists it?
Emphasize involving the people who do the work in designing the change, piloting it small, and showing early wins before mandating anything.
Walk me through your approach to an operational emergency, like a system outage or a missed shipment.
Show a calm sequence: stabilize, communicate to those affected, fix the immediate problem, then run a root-cause review so it does not repeat.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For operations managers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Quantify the operation you ran: headcount, budget, locations, or units processed per period.
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Give cost and efficiency wins in dollars or percentages, with the baseline you improved from.
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Name the systems you worked in, such as NetSuite, SAP, or WMS platforms, since ops roles often screen on them.
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Include one people result, like retention or reduced overtime, to show you manage teams and not only spreadsheets.
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If you used Lean or Six Sigma methods, cite a specific project and its outcome rather than the belt alone.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Operations Coordinator
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Operations Supervisor
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Operations Manager
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Senior Operations Manager
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Director of Operations
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