Operations and Sales Manager

Ingersoll-Rand; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee stock grant

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand seeks an Operations & Sales Manager for its Chicago facility. This role encompasses leadership over daily operations, strategic growth, and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive manufacturing leadership experience and a strong financial background.

The position commands a pay range of $100-150k with bonus opportunities and offers a robust benefits package including health care and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience leading operations with 20+ employees.
• Strong knowledge of financial management and P&L.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet SQDCP targets.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Financial acumen

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title

Operations & Sales Manager

Location

Chicago, IL

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end‑markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview

The Operations & Sales Manager is responsible for the day to day operational and commercial growth of the Chicago manufacturing facility (50+ employees, ~$12M annual revenue). This role serves as the onsite Plant Leader, accountable for safety, quality, delivery, cost, people leadership, and customer execution.

The Operations & Sales Manager executes operational strategies and standardized operating practices established by the Multisite Operations Manager, while providing strong hands‑on leadership to ensure consistent performance, customer satisfaction, and profitability. This role is critical to enabling effective multisite leverage while maintaining strong site‑level execution. This role has direct responsibility for driving revenue expansion, improving profitability, and developing new business.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People) targets.
• Ensure on‑time productions while meeting quality, regulatory, and compliance standards.
• Align production schedules, materials, and customer demand across the site.
• Maintain a safe, compliant work environment (OSHA, EHS, environmental standards).
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement and cost reduction actions.
• Own site revenue growth, customer satisfaction, and issue resolution.
• Partner with Sales and leadership on business development, demand planning, and quoting.
• Manage site financial performance, including budget, costs, and CAPEX execution.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing team and culture, ensuring alignment with multi‑site strategy and governance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• 7+ years of experience leading operations in a manufacturing environment with 20+ employees.
• 5+ years of strong financial acumen with experience managing site level P&L, labor models, and budgets.
• 4+ years working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

Preferences

• Bachelors in technical or engineering discipline preferred.
• Prior experience as a Site Leader, Plant Manager, or Senior Operations Manager.
• Experience supporting customer interactions in a manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent practical experience.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• This position will be based at our Chicago, IL location, with minimal anticipated travel.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $100-150k, excluding incentive opportunities. The pay range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location. Hired applicant will be eligible to receive (discretionary/nondiscretionary) annual bonuses and incentive compensation.

Benefits

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings.

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