Growth-Focused Manufacturing Ops Director

American Recruiters; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American Recruiters is seeking a Growth‑Oriented operations leader for an OEM sheet metal fabrication and electromechanical assembly company. This role sits on the strategic management team and is responsible for improving assembly and fabrication processes while maintaining on‑schedule production.

You will oversee safety, Lean protocols, and production efficiency, leading three direct reports and coordinating with stainless steel fabrication, welding, and injection molding teams.

Qualifications

• ~10 years’ experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (a plus).
• Understanding of Fabrication machines and tools.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Very strong communication and motivation skills.
• Leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Lean Manufacturing Skills.

Responsibilities

• Own production schedules, safety, efficiency, and Lean protocols.
• Lead three direct reports: Electrical Leader, Mechanical Leader, and Fabrication Leader.
• Oversee stainless steel fabrication, welding, and Plastic Injection Molding teams.
• Estimate costs, select equipment, and manage resources to keep production on schedule.
• Drive initiatives to increase production efficiencies and profit margins.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

American Recruiters is seeking a Growth‑Oriented operations leader for an OEM sheet metal fabrication and electromechanical assembly company. This role sits on the strategic management team and is responsible for improving assembly and fabrication processes while maintaining on‑schedule production.

You will oversee safety, Lean protocols, and production efficiency, leading three direct reports and coordinating with stainless steel fabrication, welding, and injection molding teams.