Operations GM - Scale Manufacturing & Logistics

SMG Box Company LLC; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

DIA Packaging in Huntley, IL seeks a seasoned General Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across manufacturing, packaging, fulfillment, warehousing and logistics. The GM will be responsible for profit and loss, work with the executive team to drive strategic objectives, improve performance and profitability, and scale the business while delivering exceptional customer service.

Candidates should bring 10+ years in senior operations leadership, a track record of scaling ops in manufacturing

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior operations leadership experience, with 5+ years in executive roles.
• Proven track record in manufacturing, packaging, logistics, and distribution.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management.
• Data-driven decision making and KPI management.
• Experience leading multi-site operations and cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing, packaging, fulfillment, warehousing, and logistics.
• Set and drive operational strategies to support growth and profitability.
• Lead continuous improvement to boost productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Establish KPIs across operations and supply chain.
• Manage budgets and resource allocation to meet financial targets.
• Collaborate with sales and customer success to ensure service excellence.
• Build and develop high-performing ops teams and ensure safety compliance.
• Drive scalability and integration of new capabilities.

Skills

Senior operations leadership

Executive-level ops

Financial acumen

Cross-functional leadership

Process improvement

Supply chain management

Multi-site leadership

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

WMS systems

Operational technology solutions

Job description

DIA Packaging in Huntley, IL seeks a seasoned General Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across manufacturing, packaging, fulfillment, warehousing and logistics. The GM will be responsible for profit and loss, work with the executive team to drive strategic objectives, improve performance and profitability, and scale the business while delivering exceptional customer service.

Candidates should bring 10+ years in senior operations leadership, a track record of scaling ops in manufacturing