Plant Manager

Direct-hire opportunity with a financially stable manufacturing organization in Alsip, Illinois that continues to invest in its people, equipment, safety, and operational excellence.

About the role

A hands-on manufacturing leader who will drive production, develop teams, improve processes, and create a culture centered around safety and quality.

• Direct hire opportunity with long-term career stability
• Join an established manufacturer serving multiple industrial markets across North America
• Company continues to invest in modern manufacturing technology and operational improvements
• Strong culture focused on Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and employee development
• Opportunity to make a visible impact while leading plant operations and driving business results
• Collaborative leadership team with autonomy to improve processes and implement best practices
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day plant operations with responsibility for safety, quality, productivity, and financial performance
• Drive production schedules and ensure customer commitments are met
• Analyze production metrics, downtime, and quality trends while implementing corrective actions
• Lead Lean Daily Management (LDM) meetings, Gemba walks, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop, coach, and evaluate production personnel while building a high-performing team
• Promote a strong safety culture through daily observations, training, and OSHA compliance
• Oversee quality initiatives, including 8D investigations, MRB activities, and ISO quality standards
• Monitor KPIs and present operational results during weekly and monthly leadership meetings
• Coordinate closely with maintenance, quality, scheduling, and shipping to maximize plant performance
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure operational excellence throughout the facility

Requirements

• Manufacturing leadership experience managing plant or production operations
• Experience leading supervisors and hourly production teams
• Strong background in production scheduling, quality systems, safety, and continuous improvement
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Gemba, KPI management, and root cause analysis
• Experience conducting employee evaluations, coaching, and performance management
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety programs
• Experience with ISO quality systems preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing leadership experience
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and production scheduling systems

Pay

Competitive base salary plus bonus potential.