Operations Manager

Entegris, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 107,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Health insurance

Education assistance

Progressive PTO

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Aurora, IL is seeking an Operations Manager for the CMP Pads Manufacturing team.

This hands-on leadership role drives safety, quality, and on-time delivery while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability across multiple shifts. You will translate manufacturing strategies into objectives, coach teams, and partner with EHS, planning, maintenance, and engineering to optimize material flow, 5S/6S practices, and performance metrics in a 24/5 operation with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business operations, engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of operational experience with increasing responsibility; semiconductor/polymer processing preferred.
• 5+ years in a management role leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities across multiple shifts, establishing priorities and workflow.
• Ensure safety, quality, delivery, throughput, and cost targets are met.
• Translate strategies into objectives and metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

SAP experience

Power BI

SQL

JMP

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JMP

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Operations Manager

The Role Entegris is seeking an Operations Manager to join the CMP Pads Manufacturing team at the Aurora, Illinois facility. This leader will oversee daily manufacturing operations and provide clear direction, coaching, and accountability to deliver safe, high-quality products on time to the customer base. The Operations Manager will lead a fast-paced area of the operations team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational maturity. The role coordinates people, materials, equipment, & workflow while strengthening shift-to-shift communication, training, material flow, efficiency, workplace organization, and disciplined execution. This position is onsite with primary responsibilities Monday through Friday supporting a 24/5 operation with oversight on weekends as required.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily production activities (multiple shifts) for the CMP Pads business, establishing clear priorities, area assignments, and workflow coordination.
• Be accountable for safety, quality, delivery, throughput, cost, plant cleanliness, and adherence to established processes and work instructions.
• Translate manufacturing strategies into practical operating objectives, goals, and metrics that support profitable growth and continuous performance improvement.
• Partner with EHS and site leadership to strengthen safety culture, 5S+S/6S practices, hazard recognition, training, and timely investigation of safety concerns.
• Monitor schedule attainment, daily output, machine efficiency, material availability, and tool readiness; address gaps and elevate issues promptly.
• Coordinate production requirements with planning, maintenance, engineering, & quality to maintain targeted output and on-time shipment.
• Manage training and qualification programs for new and existing equipment and processes; identify skill gaps and maintain cross-training and contingency plans.
• Ensure work instructions are accurate, maintained, understood, and consistently followed; hold team members accountable to documented standards.
• Improve material flow, shift passdowns, tiered communication, operational efficiency, and visual performance management.
• Investigate and support resolution of process issues using data, structured problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Partner with New Product Introduction teams to transfer products, materials, and processes from pilot through high-volume manufacturing.
• Develop team capability through coaching, communication of goals and expectations, performance management, and a culture of teamwork, innovation, and accountability.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility through budget planning, cost control, and disciplined inventory management.
• Provide off-shift and on-site support as business needs require.

What We Seek

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in business operations, engineering, or a related technical field, required.
• 10+ years of operational experience or operations experience with continuously increasing responsibility and oversight; experience in CNC machining, web lamination, COBOTS, or the semiconductor/polymer processing industry preferred.
• 5+ years in a management or senior leadership role with demonstrated success leading operations and cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership, planning, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and hold others accountable.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying work environments, workforce needs, operating priorities, and customer requirements.
• Working knowledge of production related ERP/MRP systems; SAP experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and the ability to create clear charts, graphs, and operational performance reporting.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma knowledge with demonstrated use of continuous improvement methods.
• Ability to use data and systems thinking to identify issues, establish priorities, and drive sustainable results.
• Adherence to and embodiment of Entegris PACE Values.

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong "Safety First" mindset, personal integrity, curiosity, and enthusiasm for continuous learning.
• Hands‑on leadership experience in a large or multi‑shift manufacturing organization.
• Strong data driven mindset, highly experienced in capacity and flow analysis.
• Experience with JMP, SQL, Power BI, Excel, or comparable data‑analysis tools.
• Knowledge of CNC and web lamination processes.

Why Work at Entegris Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

• Compensation: $107,000 - $142,500 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

#LI-TP1 At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better. Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.