Plant Operations Manager - Complex Manufacturing

Acloché LLC; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Operations Manager at Acloché LLC will oversee all daily plant operations within a complex manufacturing environment, with a focus on automotive supplier standards. The role demands a hands-on leader who can drive continuous improvement, ensure on-time delivery, and meet cost and operational targets.

Responsibilities include leading production teams, optimizing safety, quality, and productivity, supporting new program launches, and developing talent while reporting performance to senior

Qualifications

• Must have experience in complex manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with financial controls, budgeting, labor management, and operational KPIs.
• Experience supporting new program launches and production ramp-ups.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive measurable operational results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Lead production teams and ensure customer schedules and manufacturing requirements are met.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and operational efficiencies.
• Monitor labor efficiency, machine utilization, production performance, and operating costs.
• Lead and develop Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, Technicians, and production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer-specific requirements, and safety policies.
• Lead root cause analysis and 8D corrective actions to address quality, downtime, and production issues.
• Support new program launches, production readiness, and manufacturing ramp-up activities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve productivity, and increase plant profitability.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment.
• Communicate operational performance, improvement initiatives, and business results to senior management.
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and a culture of operational excellence.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Automotive supplier experience

Problem-solving

Budgeting & KPIs

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience

Job description

The Operations Manager at Acloché LLC will oversee all daily plant operations within a complex manufacturing environment, with a focus on automotive supplier standards. The role demands a hands-on leader who can drive continuous improvement, ensure on-time delivery, and meet cost and operational targets.

Responsibilities include leading production teams, optimizing safety, quality, and productivity, supporting new program launches, and developing talent while reporting performance to senior