Engineering Jobs in Milton Rock County, WI

Founded in Germany in 1881, GEA Group is a global leader in engineering solutions serving the food & beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and related industries. With more than 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA blends a proud heritage with forward-thinking innovation.

At GEA, we’re not just building equipment — we’re building lasting careers. Our strong culture, growth opportunities, and employee support are reflected in an average tenure of 5–11+ years.

Why Join GEA?

Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

Recharge and refresh – 12 paid holidays (including a floating holiday) plus 136 hours of PTO

Invest in your future – 7% 401(k) employer match

Keep learning – Tuition reimbursement to grow your education and skills

Live well – Wellness Incentive Program

Get support when you need it – Confidential Employee Assistance Program

Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts

The Director of Operations provides strategic and operational leadership across sales support, order management, customer service, forecasting, and cross-functional execution. This role ensures operational excellence, drives revenue performance, enhances customer satisfaction, and aligns operational strategy with company objectives.

The Director will lead a team of Technical Sales Engineers and Customer Service Representatives while partnering with Regional Sales Managers, Finance, and Manufacturing teams to optimize processes, profitability, and customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Strategic Leadership

• Lead and develop a high-performing team responsible for quoting, order entry, and technical sales support for new applications and spare parts.
• Develop and execute comprehensive operational strategies aligned with revenue targets and growth initiatives.
• Drive monthly sales forecasting and maintain a rolling 3-month outlook.
• Track order fulfillment and billing to ensure revenue commitments are achieved.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle time, and optimize working capital.

Financial & Commercial Oversight

• Manage pricing strategies, ensuring alignment with factory cost changes, inflation, labor, and foreign exchange impacts.
• Standardize and oversee discount structures for Distributors, Master Distributors, and OEM/Integrators.
• Partner with Finance to manage Accounts Receivable, credit accounts, and working capital performance.
• Ensure operational execution supports revenue growth and margin protection.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate customer requirements with factories to meet delivery expectations.
• Partner with internal sales and technical teams to leverage market intelligence and customer insights.
• Contribute to product roadmap discussions by translating operational and customer feedback into actionable insights.
• Support Regional Sales Managers in identifying new business opportunities and expanding customer accounts.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Coach and mentor Technical Sales Engineers and customer service professionals.
• Build a strong bench of future sales and operational leaders.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Lead change management initiatives within a matrix organization.

Profile And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, or related field
• 7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, technical sales, or commercial management
• Experience working with technical or engineered products
• Exposure to multinational, matrix organizations
• Strong financial acumen, including AR and working capital management
• Proven internal and external sales leadership experience
• Demonstrated success leading and developing cross-functional teams
• Experience driving operational efficiency and process optimization
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Fluent English required

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking with the ability to simplify complex issues
• High performance under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Detail-oriented with strong process discipline
• Strong planning, scheduling, and delegation skills
• Ability to balance commercial goals with operational execution
• Change leadership and continuous improvement mindset

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, worldview, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic required by law. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will receive special consideration if equally qualified.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Overview

Seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Lead to lead our global import/export compliance program and ensure alignment with U.S. and international regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and update trade compliance policies and procedures
• Manage export classifications (HTS, ECCN, Schedule B) and restricted‐party screening
• Support import/export operations including classification, valuation, COO, and recordkeeping
• Partner with Legal, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Sales to drive compliant practices
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise internal teams
• Manage broker/agency relationships and lead compliance training
• Oversee duty drawback processes and support FTZ strategy

What You Bring

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication
• Bachelor's in Business, Global Trade, or Supply Chain
• 4–6 years in customs brokerage or trade compliance
• Preferred certifications: Customs Broker, CES/CCS, CEC/CIC

Disclaimers

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

LeMans Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. LeMans Corporation will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. There are not any current or future visa sponsorships for this opening.

This company participates in E-Verify.

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