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The Intersect Group lists this Plant Manager opportunity in township of mendota, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Opportunity
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We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead all aspects of manufacturing operations at a growing production facility. This individual will be responsible for driving operational excellence across production, maintenance, quality, safety, compliance, inventory management, and workforce development.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record of improving plant performance, developing teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Do
Lead all daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality, and safety
Drive operational efficiency, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and execute manufacturing strategies to meet performance, quality, and customer objectives
Manage plant budgets, capital projects, and operational performance metrics
Lead workforce planning, employee development, and succession planning efforts
Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards
Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve production and operational challenges
Oversee inventory control, production scheduling, and resource planning
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellence
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, Construction Management, or a related field
5+ years of plant, production, or manufacturing leadership experience
7-10 years total experience
Experience leading cross-functional manufacturing teams
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices
Experience managing budgets, KPIs, xzgxqkn and operational performance metrics
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in building products, construction materials, industrial manufacturing, or related industries
Lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence training
Spanish language skills
Capital project and facility expansion experience
Why Join Us?
Lead a highly visible manufacturing operation
Direct influence on plant performance and business results
Opportunity to drive meaningful operational improvements
Worksite address
township of mendota, IL, 61342, US
Who can apply
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