Production Manager

Westchester, IL 60104

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Manufacturing / Process Engineering Job Number: AG90589638 Compensation: $80000-110000 / year

Job Description

Title: Production Manager

Location: Westchester, IL 60154

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.


Hire Type: Direct Hire


Job Duties:
  • Responsible for the management and improvement of all functions involved in the day to day activities regarding manufacturing including production, process engineering, quality, maintenance and inventory control. 
  • Reorganization of factory layout based on lean manufacturing principles.
  • Responsible for setting, monitoring and achievement of improvement targets on major KPI’s in line with group objectives. 
  • Must maintain and improve facilities and equipment.
  • Manage all inventory functions coordinating closely with Purchasing and Customer Service. 
  • Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
  • Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses.
  • Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.
  • Incorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
  • Provides direction, training, development and leadership to direct reports.
  • To ensure compliance with all Quality standards and procedures per customers’ requirements.
  • Responsible for implementing appropriate health, safety and environmental programs.
  • To ensure a safe and environmentally compliant workplace.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in manufacturing and/or plant management.
  • Hands on experience with effective sustainability of lean manufacturing principles.
  • Knowledge of material systems, purchasing, MRP, BOM structure. (Knowledge of Microsoft ERP systems a plus)


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 
 

Meet Your Recruiter

Ally Boushley

Ally Boushley is a seasoned Technical Recruiter specializing in the Commercial Division, boasting a remarkable 8-year career in the dynamic realm of recruitment. Ally's passion for matchmaking candidates with the perfect roles and her knack for uncovering rare talents make her a respected figure in the talent acquisition landscape.

As a Technical Recruiter, Ally's profound understanding of industry intricacies within the Commercial Division allows her to excel in her craft. Her expertise bridges the gap between candidates and clients and positions her as a strategic partner in shaping their success stories.

Ally's true joy in recruiting comes from her ability to be a talent matchmaker. She revels in the thrill of finding elusive "purple squirrel" candidates with rare and exceptional skills that perfectly align with niche job requirements. Exploring new industries, discovering unique companies, and learning about diverse skill sets fuels her passion. For Ally, knowledge is power, and she actively seeks opportunities to expand her understanding of the ever-evolving recruitment landscape.

Her advice to job seekers is simple yet profound: Always take the interview. Ally understands that every interview holds the potential to lead to unexpected opportunities or connections that can positively change one's career trajectory. She encourages candidates to approach each interview as a valuable learning experience and a chance to meet influential individuals who may shape their future.

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