Plant Operations Leader - Die Manufacturing (Lean & Safety)

Maxcess International; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan/401(k) with公司匹

Flexible Spending Accounts / Health_S

Job summary

Maxcess International seeks an International Cutting Die Plant Manager to lead all plant operations, safety, quality, delivery, productivity, inventory, and financial performance, ensuring efficient manufacture and delivery of cutting dies and systems while driving continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

This on-site leadership role requires 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership, a strong Lean background, budgeting experience, and ERP/MRP proficiency.

Qualifications

• This is an on-site leadership position.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including plant management.
• Demonstrated experience driving Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute operational plans that support business goals, customer requirements, and growth initiatives.
• Ensure production schedules are achieved while maintaining quality standards and on-time delivery performance.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance to support customer needs and operational objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions to improve plant performance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve profitability.
• Manage labor planning, staffing, workforce development, and succession planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality systems, regulatory requirements, and environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Oversee inventory management and material flow to support production and customer service goals.
• Partner with Engineering to introduce new products, technologies, equipment, and process improvements.
• Develop annual operating budgets and manage expenses to meet financial objectives.
• Support capital planning and investment initiatives to improve capacity, productivity, and quality.
• Communicate effectively with regional and global leadership regarding business performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive employee engagement through coaching, development, performance management, and recognition programs.
• Lead customer visits, audits, and operational reviews as required.

Skills

Plant operations leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Operations planning

Budgeting

ERP/MRP

Data analysis

Staff development

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety & compliance

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Maxcess International seeks an International Cutting Die Plant Manager to lead all plant operations, safety, quality, delivery, productivity, inventory, and financial performance, ensuring efficient manufacture and delivery of cutting dies and systems while driving continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

This on-site leadership role requires 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership, a strong Lean background, budgeting experience, and ERP/MRP proficiency.