Manufacturing Operations Management
About the Major
Please note: The Manufacturing Operations Management major will discontinue Fall 2022. Resources remaining in this section of this website are intended for students currently in the program.
A major in Manufacturing Operations Management prepares you for a career in the manufacturing industry. Students in the program gain knowledge and skill in the areas of manufacturing process and technology, quality engineering and process improvement, global supply-chain management, regulatory affairs, innovation, global business technology, business acumen, and management strategies.
Career Outcomes
Where do students work after graduation?
Where do students work after graduation?
| Job Title | Employer |
|---|---|
| Buyer | Zero zone |
| Data analyst | Cognizant |
| Director of Operations | Northern Brewer |
| Engineer | Livanova |
| Engineering Technician | Medtronic |
| Freelance | Self-Employed |
| Owner/Operator | Freshii |
| Planner | Boston Scientific |
| Production Supervisor | Cargill |
| Production Support Leader | Resound |
| Project Manager | Nol-Tec Systems |
| Quality Assurance Specialist | Great Northern Corp |
| Quality Engineer | Anderson Dahlen |
Where do students continue education after graduation?
Where do students continue education after graduation?
| Program | School |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing Engineering | University of St. Thomas |
| Security Technologies | University of Minnesota |
Full outcomes report including salary, locations, satisfaction, and more
Common Entry-Level Job Titles
- Team Leader
- Materials Manager
- Project Leader
- Order Process Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Lead Technician
Top Employers
- Anderson Dahlen
- Boston Scientific
- Cargill
- Cognizant
- Great Northern Corp
- Livanova
- Medtronic
- Nol-Tec Systems
- Northern Brewer
- Resound
Types of Employers
- Global manufacturing companies
- Aerospace manufacturers
- Health product manufacturers
- Plastics manufacturers
- Printing companies
- Motor vehicle manufacturers
Meet Your Career Consultant
Liz (she/her) can assist you with
- Major and career exploration
- Internship planning
- Job searching
- Interview prep and practice
- Grad school planning and more...
Additional Resources
In addition to these resources we recommend the following strategies to locate more information about careers related to your major:
- O*NET and Careerwise. These tools provide comprehensive information about a wide range of careers including typical duties, salaries, employment outlook, skills and interests.
- Locate professional associations related to your major or career interests by conducting a Google Search on “(Name of major/career area/industry) professional associations.” Try these keywords: manufacturing, operations, management, aerospace, materials, supply-chain, business
- Get involved in one of the many industry-related student groups on campus. These groups provide links to experiences, guest speakers, and discussion with like-minded students.