Assistant Plant Manager

Industrial Resource Group; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Industrial Resource Group in Bolingbrook, IL seeks an Assistant Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, coordinate production schedules, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced facility.

You will lead production and sanitation teams, partner with quality and maintenance, ensure compliance with OSHA, FDA, GMP and HACCP, and implement lean initiatives to reduce waste and costs while sustaining safety and product quality.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing daily production activities in a manufacturing setting.
• Proven track record in driving lean improvements to cut waste and costs.
• Strong familiarity with OSHA, GMP, HACCP, FDA/regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities to meet schedules on time and efficiently.
• Supervise Production and Sanitation Supervisors and provide coaching and development.
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure products meet standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement lean initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Maintain production records, generate performance reports, and support audits.

Skills

Production supervision

Lean manufacturing

Regulatory compliance

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

An established manufacturing organization is seeking a highly organized and results-driven Assistant Plant Manager to oversee daily operations at its manufacturing facility in Bolingbrook, Illinois.

This salaried position reports to the Plant Manager and offers a competitive compensation package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

Principal / Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily production activities to ensure production schedules are executed accurately, efficiently, and on time.
• Supervise and support Production and Sanitation Supervisors and their teams, providing coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities to strengthen employee performance and morale.
• Partner with Quality teams to ensure products consistently meet established company standards and applicable regulatory requirements for food safety, quality, and product consistency.
• Identify and implement lean manufacturing initiatives and process improvements to increase operational efficiency, reduce waste, improve productivity, and lower manufacturing costs.
• Maintain accurate production records, prepare performance reports, monitor key operational metrics, and participate in audits and inspections.
• Monitor raw material usage and coordinate with procurement to maintain adequate inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory and material waste.
• Coordinate plant shutdowns in collaboration with Maintenance to support equipment servicing, planned maintenance activities, and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, FDA, GMP, HACCP, food safety, and other regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, manufacturing practices, and operational trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Assist with recruiting, selecting, onboarding, and integrating new employees into the organization.
• Identify employee training needs and ensure appropriate training programs are developed and delivered to support job performance, safety, quality, and operational effectiveness.
• Work cross-functionally with Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, Supply Chain, and other departments to resolve operational issues and achieve plant objectives.