Production Manager - Chicago Heights - Jobot

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    Jobot Chicago Heights

    1 day ago

    $80,000 - $140,000 (USD) per year *
    Description
    Great opportunity to join a global leader in the building materials manufacturing industry

    The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
    This Jobot Job is hosted by: Matt Tassoni
    Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.

    Salary:
    $120,000 - $140,000 per year

    A bit about us:
    Our client is a global leading manufacturing company focused in the building materials space
    Why join us?
    Medical
    Dental
    Vision

    PTO
    401K
    Job Details
    Key Responsibilities
    Safety, Environmental & Compliance Leadership
    Champion a zero-harm safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and fire protection requirements.
    Lead safety audits, risk assessments, workplace inspections, and corrective actions.
    Drive incident investigations and preventive actions to eliminate repeat issues.
    Ensure strong PPE compliance, training, and safe work practices.
    Oversee environmental compliance related to waste, emissions, wastewater, and noise.
    Production & Delivery Management
    Plan and coordinate daily and weekly production schedules to meet customer demand.
    Optimize labor planning, overtime usage, and vacation coverage.
    Drive continuous improvement in OEE and equipment uptime.
    Lead shift handoffs and ensure strong communication across teams.
    Respond quickly to downtime and production disruptions to minimize impact.
    Ensure accurate production reporting and data integrity.
    Quality Leadership
    Drive reduction of the cost of non-quality and rework.
    Ensure adherence to standard work instructions and continuously improve them.
    Lead root cause analysis and structured problem-solving efforts.
    Oversee calibration and proper use of measuring tools.
    Reinforce OK/NOK standards and quality awareness on the shop floor.
    Cost & Continuous Improvement
    Lead Lean initiatives including 5S, standardization, audits, and Kaizen events.
    Drive shop-floor performance improvement and KPI ownership.
    Identify and support capital improvement projects (automation, safety, cost savings, ergonomics).
    Improve inventory management, resource utilization, and waste reduction.
    Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline.
    Leadership & People Management
    Lead, coach, and develop shift leaders and hourly production teams.
    Build strong onboarding and training programs to grow internal talent.
    Maintain skill matrices and support qualification training (forklifts, cranes, equipment).
    Conduct performance reviews and provide regular coaching and feedback.
    Support hiring, workforce planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
    Promote a respectful, inclusive, and high-performance culture.
    Ensure compliance with labor agreements and workforce policies.
    Equipment & Maintenance Coordination
    Partner with Maintenance to ensure strong preventive maintenance execution.
    Support TPM initiatives and equipment reliability improvements.
    Reduce changeover time and unplanned downtime.
    Support rapid troubleshooting and recovery from equipment failures.
    Documentation & Reporting
    Ensure accurate production logs, environmental documentation, and performance reporting.
    Maintain data integrity across WMS, ERP, and labor tracking systems.
    Ensure documentation of audits, inspections, and corrective actions is complete and timely.
    Emergency & Operational Coverage
    Step in during staffing gaps or emergencies to maintain operational continuity.
    Provide leadership coverage across shifts as needed.
    Maintain operational stability during breakdowns and critical incidents.
    Qualifications
    Education
    Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Materials Science, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field) preferred.
    Equivalent education and experience considered.
    Experience
    5–10 years in manufacturing operations.
    3–5 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
    Experience in high-temperature or industrial process manufacturing preferred.
    Lean Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
    Knowledge & Skills
    Manufacturing operations and production systems
    ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP)
    Safety, environmental compliance, and labor relations
    Preventive maintenance principles
    OEE and performance metrics
    Strong MS Excel and general Office skills
    Leadership Competencies
    Inspires and motivates teams through visible leadership
    Strong accountability and results orientation
    Hands-on problem solver with bias for action
    Excellent communicator across all levels of the organization
    Comfortable leading change and continuous improvement
    Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and respect
    Confident decision-maker who thrives in fast-paced environments
    Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
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