Plant Manager - Lean, Growth & Operations Leader

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401K + Match

Paid Sick Leave where applicable by St

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks an experienced Plant Manager in Itasca, IL to lead manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement, safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. The role will build high-performing teams and push operational excellence to support ongoing business growth.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years of manufacturing leadership, a proven Lean/CI track record, and CNC or precision manufacturing experience; an MBA is preferred for multi-site expansion

Qualifications

• 6+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven success implementing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement programs.
• Experience in CNC machining or precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience scaling manufacturing operations to support business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations including production, quality, maintenance, and workforce management.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
• Develop and execute strategies to support production scaling and business growth.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement corrective actions to achieve performance objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Build, coach, and develop manufacturing leadership and production teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Operations Management

Education

MBA or advanced business degree

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks an experienced Plant Manager in Itasca, IL to lead manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement, safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. The role will build high-performing teams and push operational excellence to support ongoing business growth.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years of manufacturing leadership, a proven Lean/CI track record, and CNC or precision manufacturing experience; an MBA is preferred for multi-site expansion