Plant Manager

ZipRecruiter; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations in a custom CNC machine shop. In this hands-on role, you'll lead a team while applying your CNC programming expertise to ensure high-quality production. Enjoy a no-red-tape environment where craftsmanship is celebrated and your leadership will shape the team's success. This position offers a competitive salary and bonus potential in a friendly, family-owned atmosphere.

Benefits

Hands-on environment

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Good work-life balance

Qualifications

• BS degree or 5+ years of CNC leadership experience required.
• Deep understanding of CNC machining and G-Code programming necessary.
• Prior machine shop leadership experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily operations of a 15-person machine shop team.
• Manage job scheduling, prioritize workflow, and troubleshoot programming issues.
• Ensure team members are trained and maintain production quality.

Skills

CNC programming

Problem-solving

Workflow management

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Word

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPlant Manager – Custom CNC Components
Location: Bedford Park, IL
Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 + Bonus
Shift: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday
Summary
We’re looking for a working Plant Manager to lead a skilled team in a family-owned shop producing high-precision, custom-machined parts. This is a hands-on role where your deep knowledge of CNC programming will help drive workflow, quality, and productivity on the floor.
You’ll oversee a tight-knit team of 15 employees, helping schedule jobs, troubleshoot programming issues, and manage day-to-day production. With no corporate bureaucracy and a real focus on craftsmanship, this is an ideal role for someone who enjoys both leading and doing—while keeping quality and deadlines on track.
What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and supervise the daily operations of a 15-person machine shop team
• Serve as the go-to technical lead for CNC programming in G-Code
• Manage job scheduling, prioritize workflow, and ensure on-time delivery
• Support quoting and estimating by reviewing technical prints and requirements
• Troubleshoot machining issues and provide real-time solutions on the floor
• Work closely with material suppliers, internal teams, and customers when needed
• Track shop performance and maintain standards for safety, quality, and productivity
• Ensure team members are trained, supported, and performing at high levels
• Maintain documentation and production data within the ERP system

What You Bring

• BS degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field – OR 5+ years of CNC leadership experience in a machining environment
• Deep understanding of CNC machining and G-Code programming
• Prior machine shop leadership experience
• Skilled in scheduling and managing workflow in a custom job shop
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings
• ERP system experience and strong computer literacy (Excel, Word)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable leading by example and coaching a high-performing team

Why Join Us

• Family-owned business with decades of industry experience and employee loyalty
• Hands-on, no-red-tape environment—decisions are made quickly, and your voice matters
• Diverse custom work across high-spec industries like aerospace and food manufacturing
• Competitive salary and bonus potential
• Great work-life balance with 1st shift hours
• Opportunity to shape how the shop operates and improve performance daily

If you're looking for a chance to lead a respected machine shop with your sleeves rolled up, this is it. Apply today to help shape the future of a shop that still values quality, craftsmanship, and common sense.

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With 12 years of experience in the field of supply chain and manufacturing recruiting, we maintain the relationships that employers are looking for in a recruiting firm as well as those that talented professionals need when they are ready to make a career change.

At JSK Recruiting, we provide complete recruiting services, from sourcing candidates to organizing the interview process. Finding both long-term employees and rewarding careers across manufacturing and supply chain positions has never been easier.Company DescriptionThe team at JSK Recruiting, Inc. prides itself on providing boutique-level services combined with the resources of a larger recruiting firm. We forgo the traditional nine-to-five workday model in favor of complete accessibility. We are here for our clients and candidates when they need us most.

With 12 years of experience in the field of supply chain and manufacturing recruiting, we maintain the relationships that employers are looking for in a recruiting firm as well as those that talented professionals need when they are ready to make a career change.

At JSK Recruiting, we provide complete recruiting services, from sourcing candidates to organizing the interview process. Finding both long-term employees and rewarding careers across manufacturing and supply chain positions has never been easier.