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Operations Manager | CNC

Michael Page
  • Itasca, IL
  • $100,000–$130,000 Per Year
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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.

Bonus, Profit Sharing, Unlimited PTO, and great medical benefitsHigh level leadership position with direct growth path into plant management
  • 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.

Our client is a family-owned manufacturer specializing in precision springs, wire forms, and engineered metal components that serve a diverse customer base across multiple industries. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service, the company has built a collaborative culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. As the business continues to grow, they are seeking an Operations Manager to play a key leadership role in driving performance, developing teams, and supporting long-term strategic objectives. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a visible impact within a stable organization that values employee contributions and promotes internal growth.

    • 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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationItasca, IL
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$100,000–$130,000 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1976
Websitehttp://www.michaelpage.com/

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the Americas, UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and Africa.

In the US, we focus on the areas of:

  • Advisory
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Legal
  • Marketing
  • Page Personnel Office Support
  • Oil and Gas
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Real Estate and Construction
  • Sales

Skills

  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Business Growthunmatched
  • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
  • Capital Projectunmatched
  • Coachingunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Decision Supportunmatched
  • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
  • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
  • Metal Manufacturingunmatched
  • Operational Measurementunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Performance Managementunmatched
  • Performance Metricsunmatched
  • Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
  • Plant Managementunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Production Costingunmatched
  • Production Managementunmatched
  • Production Scheduleunmatched
  • Production Systemsunmatched
  • Productivity Managementunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Staff Developmentunmatched
  • Strategic Planningunmatched
  • System Operationsunmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Workforce Managementunmatched

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