Plant Operations Manager - Auto Filter (Day Shift)

Premium Guardorporated; Albion (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Guard, Inc in Albion, IL is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing activities at our air filter plant. The role reports to the Plant Manager and focuses on safety, quality, and productivity while managing resources and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of experience in manufacturing, with leadership, Lean/Six Sigma knowledge, and strong communication skills to drive performance across a large team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, or Engineering or equivalent in education and experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience as a Production Manager, Operations Manager, or Plant Manager - preferred
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems – Lean, Six Sigma, IATF, etc
• Knowledge of automotive air and cabin air filter manufacturing – preferred
• Strong leadership, conflict management, problem solving, and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a large team within a time-sensitive and demanding environment
• Maintains a safety-first culture throughout facility. Works with EH&S staff to establish and ensure implementation of safety standards
• Ensure that operational activities remain on time and within budget and facility objectives are met
• Monitors demand and capacity information to maintain appropriate hourly labor levels
• Develops systems and processes that track and optimize safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance
• Effectively communicates at all levels and supports communication throughout the facility.
• Establishes goals, conducts performance appraisals and provides coaching and guidance for direct reports
• Assists Plant Manager in the development of budgets
• Develops and supports programs that provide training and motivation, resolution of employee problems, and coordination of work efforts.
• Supports and ensures enforcement of company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, or Engineering

Job description

Premium Guard, Inc in Albion, IL is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing activities at our air filter plant. The role reports to the Plant Manager and focuses on safety, quality, and productivity while managing resources and budget adherence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of experience in manufacturing, with leadership, Lean/Six Sigma knowledge, and strong communication skills to drive performance across a large team.