Operations Manager | Films | Bartlett, IL

Michael Page; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% annual bonus incentive

Comprehensive benefits through BCBS

401k with employer match

Tuition reimbursement & paid trainings

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an Operations Manager in Bartlett, IL. The successful candidate will oversee production schedules, optimize costs, and lead teams in a manufacturing setting. With a base salary range of $125,000 to $150,000 and a 10% annual bonus, this full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of lean principles and process improvement.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Monitor product profitability and contribute to pricing strategies.
• Lead initiatives to reduce manufacturing costs and increase efficiency.

Skills

Lean principles

Production planning

Cost management

Team leadership

Effective communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Business

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Manufacturing analytics tools

Job description

Overview

Operations Manager | Films | Bartlett, IL

Join to apply for the Operations Manager | Films | Bartlett, IL role at Michael Page. This range is provided by Michael Page. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and optimize production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements


• Monitor product profitability and contribute to pricing and cost-analysis strategies


• Lead initiatives to reduce manufacturing costs and increase operational efficiency


• Document and maintain procedures for manufacturing operations and process improvements


• Collaborate with Sales, Quality, and Engineering to resolve customer issues and production challenges


• Oversee all aspects of product quality, including KPIs and customer-facing performance metrics


• Support research and development of new products and processes


• Act as a liaison with customers as needed to resolve technical, quality, or delivery concerns


• Communicate production and quality-related updates to operational staff and leadership


• Lead and mentor production teams, focusing on performance management, training, and safety


• Develop long-term plans for staffing, equipment, and process improvements


• Ensure compliance with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO), and promote a culture of quality throughout the organization


• Procure raw materials and factory consumables in collaboration with supply chain or procurement teams


• Champion lean manufacturing practices such as 5S, Kanban, standardized work, and visual management


• Support cross-functional teams in continuous improvement and operational excellence efforts


• Perform additional duties or projects as assigned

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field


• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations (experience in extrusion or similar processes is required)


• Strong understanding of lean principles, process improvement, and cost management


• Experience with production planning, workflow optimization, and inventory control


• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment

Preferred skillset

• Master's degree in Business or Engineering-related field


• Experience working within ISO or other quality certification environments


• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing analytics tools

Job Offer

• Base salary $125,000 - $150,000 Depending on Experience


• 10% annual bonus incentive based on personal targets


• Comprehensive benefits through BCBS


• 401k with employer match


• Tuition reimbursement & paid trainings/certifications

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

• Manufacturing