Plant Manager

TRACTIAN; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 164,000 - 218,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Director of Plant Operations to manage production facilities and teams. The ideal candidate will ensure safety compliance, optimize resources, and drive operational excellence. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

PTO: 15 days of paid annual leave

Day off during the week of your birthday

401(k) Employee Plan

Sports Incentive: Monthly bonus if you practice physical activity

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in plant management and manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations such as budget, production schedule, and stock.
• Analyze production costs and inventory to establish areas for improvements.

Skills

Communication

Management

Supervisory Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

CMRP Certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$164,000.00/yr - $218,000.00/yr

The ideal candidate will have experience managing both a production facility and a team. They should be able to analyze each step of the manufacturing process and make effective use of resources to deliver desired outcomes. The candidate will also have an ability to follow safety and compliance guidelines diligently in order to create a healthy work environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations such as budget, production schedule and stock
• Maintain clean and safe workplace
• Analyze production costs and inventory to establish areas for improvements
• Ensure adherence to rules and workplace policies
• Examine processes and design plans to effectively use available resources

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant field
• 6+ years of experience in field
• Experience in plant management and manufacturing operations
• Strong communication, management and supervisory skills
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence and achieving production goals

Bonus Points

• Advanced certification in Plant Management or Operations.
• Experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) certification

Compensation

• Competitive salary and stock options
• Premium Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• PTO: 15 days of paid annual leave
• Day off during the week of your birthday
• 401(k) Employee Plan
• Sports Incentive: Monthly bonus if you practice physical activity

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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