Plant Manager

DSJ Global; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in chemical manufacturing is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations in St. Charles, IL. This role requires strong leadership and experience in managing both union and non-union teams, ensuring safety compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and possess proven management experience in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership in unionized settings.
• Strong technical knowledge of contemporary manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant safety initiatives and oversee daily operations.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma.
• Manage labor relations and develop budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree - Chemical Engineering preferred

Tools

ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Microsoft Office

Job description

This range is provided by DSJ Global. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

The Plant Manager provides leadership and management across all aspects of site operations, including safety, production, maintenance, warehouse, and quality. This role is responsible for delivering on the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), managing both union and non-union teams, and driving continuous improvement to meet business goals, cost objectives, and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead plant safety initiatives to ensure a secure work environment, environmental compliance, and strong housekeeping standards.
• Oversee daily operations including production, maintenance, and warehouse functions to meet quality, schedule, and cost targets.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory obligations, including environmental and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and employee engagement programs to enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage labor relations in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, including contract administration and grievance resolution.
• Develop and manage budgets, production records, and cost analyses to support accurate financial planning and performance tracking.
• Lead and develop production, warehouse, and maintenance supervisory staff through training, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity.
• Maintain accurate inventory control of products and operating supplies to support production needs.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures and work instructions to ensure consistent, high-quality output.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, and site leadership to support plant-wide initiatives.
• Actively participate in strategic planning and site leadership meetings to align plant operations with business objectives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree - Chemical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of management experience in a manufacturing environment; chemical industry experience preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing both direct and indirect teams in a unionized environment.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to drive change through contemporary manufacturing systems.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated success in safety, quality, and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills, including experience with performance metrics and P&L analysis.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, with a track record of team development and accountability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Manufacturing, and Production

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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