Die-Cutting & Converting Production Lead - Lean Ops

Michael Page

Hanover Park (IL)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 130,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive BCBS benefits

401k with employer match

Tuition reimbursement & paid trainings

PTO + sick time

Job summary

MPI represents a client in Illinois seeking a Production Manager to lead die-cutting operations in a fast-paced facility located in the western suburbs. The role emphasizes safety, quality, on-time delivery, productivity, and cost control while guiding production teams.

The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement, staffing plans, and KPI achievement, leveraging Lean/Six Sigma practices and ERP/MRP systems to optimize performance and collaboration with Quality teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
3+ years leading die-cutting, converting, packaging, printing, or similar manufacturing processes.
Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
Proven success leading direct and indirect production teams.
Strong knowledge of: Die-cutting processes, Converting operations, Tooling and dies, Material handling systems, Production planning.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing reporting tools.
Strong understanding of OEE, capacity planning, productivity metrics, and labor efficiency.
Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Lead daily production activities to meet customer delivery requirements and production schedules.
Manage production supervisors, team leads, and machine operators.
Develop staffing plans and optimize labor utilization across shifts.
Monitor and improve key manufacturing metrics/KPIs.
Provide technical leadership for die-cutting and converting operations.
Optimize machine settings, tooling configurations, and process parameters to improve throughput and quality.
Troubleshoot production issues involving tooling, material flow, machine performance, setup, and product defects.
Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Partner with Quality teams to resolve manufacturing and customer quality concerns.