Exciting opportunity available for a direct hire Plant Manager in the Palatine area of Illinois. This is a very motivated team looking for a driven individual to lead a strong team in a manufacturing environment. If interested in this position, please apply with your resume today!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Plant Manager is responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient performance of our manufacturing operations in the manufacturing, assembly, wiring, and commissioning of custom automated assembly and test machines.

This includes authority and responsibility for:

• Creating and maintaining a safe working environment (including training and standards, OSHA, LOTO, Arc Flash, etc.).
• Ensuring efficient, timely, and within budget deliverables.
• Ensuring project quality and performance goals are achieved (including ISO checkpoints, project SOW) and requirements are met.
• Developing staffing plans that address volume and resource needs (including recruiting, hiring, training, delegation, appraisals, policy and separation).
• Procuring and maintaining company assets (including tools, equipment, vehicles and consumables).

The Plant Manager will lead a team of skilled technicians (machine builders, electricians, panel builders), and work closely with senior management to achieve operational and corporate goals.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

Leadership and Management:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of plant operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a world-class team to ensure high performance deliverables that align with company goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence.
• Responsible for setting the direction, purpose and performance expectations for the department(s).
• Resolves conflicts by helping others solve their issues and using coaching skills to help people grow and be responsible for the solutions.

Production and Operations:

• Plan, organize, and oversee production schedules to meet business demands.
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources, including manpower, materials, and machinery.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational efficiency.

• Safety, Quality and Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver the highest quality machines.
• Identify and resolve production issues promptly to minimize disruptions.

• Financial Management:
• Develop and manage the plant's operating budget, including cost control and future resource requirements.
• Analyze department and project financial reports to identify areas for improvement.
• Understand the meaning and impact of financial reports and take appropriate action.

• Strategic Planning:
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute strategic plans for plant operations.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and technological advancements.
• Health and Safety:
• Promote and enforce a safe working environment by implementing safety programs and initiatives.
• Conduct regular safety audits and ensure corrective actions are taken.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proven experience in process improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in manufacturing of custom engineered capital equipment.
• Knowledge of automated assembly and test, material handling, robotics, manufacturing processes, industrial controls, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• This position requires a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in plant management or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position requires occasional travel to customer sites and occasional travel for meetings and conferences.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, in-person, dynamic environment.