Onsite Manager

Alubend; Woodstock (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alubend is seeking an Onsite Manager for our Woodstock, IL facility. This full-time on-site role oversees daily operations, coordinates production schedules, and ensures safety and quality across bending and finishing processes.

You will monitor equipment, troubleshoot on the shop floor, work with engineering and quality teams, implement safety procedures, and maintain clear communication between management and frontline staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise on-site operations and manage daily production activities in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with metal fabrication or industrial production processes; familiarity with aluminium extrusion, bending, or related technologies is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
• Proven ability to enforce safety standards, maintain a clean and orderly workspace, and support compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear direction, feedback, and support to diverse team members.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and timely resolution of operational issues.
• Comfort with technical documentation, work orders, and production reporting; experience with ERP or manufacturing software is essential.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or lead role in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations on-site.
• Coordinate production schedules and staffing to meet project deadlines.
• Monitor equipment and materials on the shop floor and ensure smooth workflows.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Enforce safety procedures and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to ensure high-quality bending and finishing outputs.
• Provide clear communication between management and frontline staff, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

Company Description

Alubend is a global aluminum extrusion bending company led by highly experienced bending engineers who are recognized as leaders in their field.

The company is at the forefront of bending technology and specializes in handling complex, challenging projects.

Alubend is committed to delivering high-quality bending and machining services that meet demanding technical and aesthetic requirements. The team focuses on innovation, precision, and reliability, often bending components that others consider impossible. Applicants will join an environment that values problem-solving, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.

Role Description

The Onsite Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Woodstock, IL, responsible for overseeing daily operations and ensuring production runs smoothly and safely. This role includes coordinating schedules, supervising team members, and managing workflows to meet project deadlines and quality standards.

The Onsite Manager will monitor equipment and materials, troubleshoot issues on the shop floor, and work closely with engineering and quality teams to ensure precise bending and finishing outcomes. Additional responsibilities include implementing safety procedures, maintaining compliance with company policies, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and providing clear communication between management and frontline staff. The role requires a hands-on approach, frequent presence on the production floor, and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise on-site operations, coordinate teams, and manage daily production activities in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with metal fabrication or industrial production processes; familiarity with aluminium extrusion, bending, or related technologies is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization.
• Proven ability to enforce safety standards, maintain a clean and orderly workspace, and support compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear direction, feedback, and support to diverse team members.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and timely resolution of operational issues.
• Comfort with technical documentation, work orders, and production reporting; experience with ERP or manufacturing software is essential.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or lead role in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial operations preferred.