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Operations Manager

Elk Grove Village, Illinois Permanent USD100,000 - USD130,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is a family-owned manufacturer of precision springs, wire forms, and engineered metal components serving diverse industries. Known for quality and customer service, they are seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations, develop teams, and drive continuous improvement. This role offers strong visibility, long-term stability, and a clear opportunity to make a significant impact on the business.
  • High level leadership position with direct growth path into plant management
  • Bonus, Profit Sharing, Unlimited PTO, and great medical benefits

About Our Client

This Operations Manager will oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations within a precision spring and wire forming environment, leading production teams, improving operational performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The role offers significant growth potential, including a defined path to Plant Superintendent for a results-driven leader seeking long-term career advancement and organizational impact.

Job Description

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations across production, scheduling, quality, and workforce management to ensure operational goals are achieved.
  • Manage, coach, and develop two Production Managers and approximately 50 production employees.
  • Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
  • Monitor and improve key performance indicators related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and production output.
  • Partner with engineering, maintenance, and leadership teams to identify and implement process improvements.
  • Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining customer quality and delivery expectations.
  • Utilize ERP systems and operational data to support decision-making and optimize plant performance.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and employee development throughout the facility.
  • Support capital improvement projects, equipment investments, and operational growth initiatives.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning and help position the operation for future growth.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality requirements.
  • Serve as a key member of the leadership team with a defined path toward advancement into the Plant Superintendent role.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in an Operations Manager, Production Manager, Plant Manager, or similar role.
  • Experience within precision manufacturing environments such as CNC machining, stamping, wire forming, springs, metal fabrication, or related industries.
  • Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate production teams while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Strong background in Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, and driving measurable operational results.
  • Experience utilizing ERP systems to manage production, inventory, scheduling, and operational performance.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications.
  • Demonstrated success improving KPIs related to safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across production, engineering, maintenance, and leadership teams.
  • Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to be visible and engaged on the manufacturing floor.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred, but not required with relevant industry experience.



What's on Offer

  • Base salary of $100,000 - $130,000, with flexibility for exceptionally qualified candidates.
  • Discretionary annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunity.
  • Comprehensive Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance with approximately 75% of premiums covered by the employer.
  • Unlimited PTO program that provides flexibility and promotes work-life balance.
  • Clear succession path into a Plant Superintendent leadership role.
  • Opportunity to join a stable, family-owned manufacturer with a strong reputation in the precision manufacturing industry.
  • High visibility within the organization and the ability to make a direct impact on operations, culture, and business performance.
  • Collaborative leadership team committed to continuous improvement, employee development, and long-term growth.



Contact
Ethan Norman
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7143789

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Operations Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Elk Grove Village
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ethan Norman
Job Reference
JN-112026-7143789
 

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