Plant Manager

Trillium Staffing; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium is seeking a hands-on Plant Manager in Libertyville to lead production, quality, safety, and maintenance on the floor.

You will own the plant budget and P&L, drive Lean and continuous improvement, and cultivate a safety-first culture using data to identify and fix problems while building team buy-in across functions.

The role focuses on margins, scrap reduction, and process excellence with cross-functional collaboration on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• A working command of Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and root cause analysis, and the habit of using them out on the floor.
• The ability to run a metric-driven operation, using KPIs and plant data to spot problems early and drive the fix.
• Proficiency with manufacturing software and ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
• A solid grounding in quality systems; ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards are a strong plus
• Background building safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout and preventive maintenance schedules
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred
• Proven record as a Plant Manager, or in an equivalent manufacturing leadership role
• Deep familiarity with production processes, quality systems, and safety regulations
• Demonstrated history of managing budgets and keeping costs under control

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of everything that happens in the plant, from production and quality control to safety and maintenance
• Build and execute the operating plan that grows production while holding quality standards and cost targets
• Direct and motivate the plant team, setting the tone for a positive and productive work environment
• Ensure the plant runs in full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Keep a close eye on the plant’s KPIs and inform senior management with clear, regular reporting
• Work hand in hand with supply chain, engineering, and the rest of the business so resources are used effectively
• Champion continuous improvement across the plant, reducing waste and raising product quality
• Own the numbers: run the plant budget, control costs, and direct procurement

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Root cause analysis

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Trillium is looking for a Plant Manager in Libertyville!

This Direct-Hire opportunity is with a custom manufacturer. The qualified candidate will be a hands-on Plant Manager who leads the full operation across production, quality, safety, and maintenance. This is a working role out on the floor, not a manage-from-the-office position.

The ideal candidate brings a track record of running a metric-driven plant: owning a budget and plant P&L, driving Lean and continuous improvement on the floor, building a safety-first culture, and using data to find problems and fix them. If you are a leader who has improved margins, cut scrap and waste, and knows how to get buy-in from your team, this is your kind of plant.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of everything that happens in the plant, from production and quality control to safety and maintenance
• Build and execute the operating plan that grows production while holding quality standards and cost targets
• Direct and motivate the plant team, setting the tone for a positive and productive work environment
• Make sure the plant runs in full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Keep a close eye on the plant’s KPIs and keep senior management informed with clear, regular reporting
• Work hand in hand with supply chain, engineering, and the rest of the business so people and resources are used where they do the most good
• Champion continuous improvement across the plant, finding efficiency, cutting waste, and raising product quality
• Own the numbers: run the plant budget, keep costs in line, and direct procurement

Schedule is1st shift / Monday - Friday / 7 AM to 3:30 PM. Pay is$140,000 annually.

Qualifications

• A working command of Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and root cause analysis, and the habit of using them out on the floor
• The ability to run a metric-driven operation, using KPIs and plant data to spot problems early and drive the fix
• Proficiency with manufacturing software and ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
• A solid grounding in quality systems; time spent under ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards is a strong plus
• A background building safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout procedures and preventive maintenance schedules
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred
• A proven record as a Plant Manager, or in an equivalent manufacturing leadership role
• Deep familiarity with production processes, quality systems, and safety regulations
• A demonstrated history of managing budgets and keeping costs under control

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.