Precision Machining Operations Leader

TekPro; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employee benefits package

Job summary

TekPro is partnering with a growing precision machining manufacturer to hire an Operations Manager for its Wheeling, IL plant. The role oversees daily manufacturing execution, safety, quality, and delivery in a high-mix environment, with direct impact on throughput and customer satisfaction.

You'll lead production supervisors and shop-floor teams, coordinate staffing and capacity across CNC milling and turning, and drive continuous improvement using Lean and ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience leading production or operations in precision machining.
• Knowledge of milling and turning workflows and tooling.
• Experience with ERP/MRP and Lean methods.
• Proven ability to manage people, schedules, and performance in manufacturing.
• Ability to read operational data and identify bottlenecks; drive practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily manufacturing execution with ownership of safety, quality, delivery, and throughput.
• Lead production supervisors and shop-floor teams with clear priorities and accountability.
• Staff and capacity planning across CNC milling, turning, and related operations.
• Oversee schedule execution in a high-mix environment; address constraints early.
• Coordinate cross-functional problem solving with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Maintenance.
• Drive improvements in setup time, workflow, scrap, rework, and machine utilization.
• Establish consistent operating routines and robust corrective actions.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

CNC contract manufacturing

Production scheduling

Lean/CI

Team development

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

TekPro is partnering with a growing precision machining manufacturer to hire an Operations Manager for its Wheeling, IL plant. The role oversees daily manufacturing execution, safety, quality, and delivery in a high-mix environment, with direct impact on throughput and customer satisfaction.

You'll lead production supervisors and shop-floor teams, coordinate staffing and capacity across CNC milling and turning, and drive continuous improvement using Lean and ERP/MRP systems.