Plant Manager

$140k - $180k

Full-time

LHH

Plant Manager

LHH is seeking an experienced Plant Manager in Itasca, IL to lead manufacturing operations, drive continuous improvement ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. This role will lead plant performance, develop high-performing teams, and drive operational excellence initiatives to support continued business growth.

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 annually (commensurate with experience)

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily manufacturing operations, including production, quality, maintenance, and workforce management.
Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
Develop and execute strategies to support production scaling and business growth.
Monitor operational KPIs and implement corrective actions to achieve performance objectives.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Build, coach, and develop manufacturing leadership and production teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

6+ years of proven manufacturing leadership, working within multiple production departments.
Proven success implementing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement programs.
Experience within CNC machining or similar precision manufacturing environments.
Proven experience scaling manufacturing operations to support significant business growth.

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or advanced business degree.
Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.

Key Success Metrics

Safety performance and compliance.
On-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
Productivity and efficiency improvements.
Quality performance and defect reduction.
Cost savings and operational profitability.
Employee engagement, retention, and leadership development.
Successful execution of growth and capacity expansion initiatives.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401K + Match
3 weeks PTO
Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State Law

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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