Operations Manager

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a construction equipment company seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations at its Crest Hill facility. This hands-on leader will drive production, manage union employees, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable stepping in wherever the business needs support. Responsibilities :Lead daily operations across manufacturing, fabrication, and equipment preparation activitie sEnsure projects are completed accurately and shipped on schedul eIdentify and resolve operational issues related to procurement, logistics, scheduling, and production bottleneck sCoordinate closely with field teams supporting active customer job site sSupervise union employees, including scheduling, time approval, performance management, and day-to-day leadershi pOversee quality control processes, including inspections, rework activities, and documentation requirement sAddress customer concerns, escalations, and urgent operational matters as they ariseUtilize ERP/MRP systems to support planning, tracking, and operational efficienc yDrive continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to leverage modern technologies and tool sServe as a hands-on leader willing to support multiple functions as business needs dictat Must-Have Qualifications s:5+ years of operations leadership experience within construction equipment, industrial manufacturing, or heavy equipment environmen tsPrevious experience managing union shop employees or a similarly structured workfor ceDemonstrated hands-on shop floor leadership experien ceStrong knowledge of ERP and/or MRP syste msHigh level of computer proficiency with an openness to adopting AI and modern business too lsProven ability to lead across multiple functional areas and thrive in a "wear many hats" environme ntReasonable commuting distance to Crest Hill, IL, or willingness to reloca Preferred Qualifications ns:Previous P&L ownership or budget management experie nceExperience within elevator systems, hoisting equipment, specialty rental equipment, or related industr iesOSHA 30 certification or other safety-related credenti #J-18808-Ljbffr