Production Manager | Injection Molding

• Leading, global manufacturer with stellar reputation!
• Be a part of the senior leadership team, and have a say in site strategy!

About Our Client

My client is a leading, global manufacturer of plastic packaging products. They have a longstanding reputation for exceptional quality and dedicated customer service, and they are seeking to add an experienced Maintenance Manager to one of their fast-growing sites here in Chicagoland! Join a company with 100+ years of steady business, that's still growing to this day!

Job Description

• Lead day-to-day production operations across multiple shifts in a continuous 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Ensure production schedules meet customer demand, service level commitments, and inventory requirements.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Materials teams to maximize equipment uptime and throughput.
• Track, analyze, and improve key performance indicators such as OEE, scrap, downtime, labor efficiency, and output.
• Directly manage Production Supervisors and ensure strong, consistent leadership across all shifts.
• Coach and develop supervisors to drive accountability, performance, and employee engagement.
• Partner with Human Resources on hiring, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
• Promote a disciplined, positive, and results-driven culture on the production floor.
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with EHS policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, work instructions, and regulatory requirements.
• Support investigations and corrective actions related to safety, quality, or operational issues.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven experience managing production supervisors and large hourly workforces.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including labor forecasting, payroll oversight, and cost control.
• Experience operating in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• ERP/MRP system experience
• Injection molding or plastics manufacturing experience.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement background.

What's on Offer

• Base salary $110,000 - $145,000 depending on level of experience.
• 3 Weeks PTO.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• 401k with employer match.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.