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Plant Operations Jobs in Dekalb, IL

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Rochelle, ILToday

Conduct continuous inspections, monitor equipment, record operating parameters of key process points and make necessary machinery and equipment adjusments to ensure specifications and production targets are met. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Newark, IL22 days ago

$162,000–$180,000

Manage and monitor the work activities of the assigned regional valve services organization to ensure a productive workforce that supports all divisional, departmental, Clean Energy Center (CEC) and corporate goals while in accordance with all company policies and local, state, and federal regulations. Provide guidance and oversight to regional Valve Services group during online and outage activities execution functions through routine performance monitoring, audits, self-assessment, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Holcomb, IL8 days ago

$159,000–$191,000

Degree from a 4-year program or equivalent in engineering, engineering technology, or physical sciences, or professional engineer license, and more than 1.5 years as a qualified non-licensed operator or Staff member, Supervisor or Manager in work control, operations, engineering, outage management, maintenance, radiation protection, chemistry, or accredited training at a comparable (BWR or PWR) facility. 1.5 years or more in a position equivalent to Reactor Operator (or Supervisor) at a military reactor (i.e., Power Plant Watch Engineer, Engineering Watch Supervisor, Reactor Operator, Engineering Officer of the Watch, Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor).

Sheridan, IL19 days ago

$151,200–$168,000

Provides in-depth technical expertise to develop, manage and implement engineering activities related to plant safety, reliability, maintainability, and availability ensuring compliance to customer's needs, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies. Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.

Sheridan, IL19 days ago

$162,000–$180,000

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or nuclear) OR related science OR License Professional Engineer OR Active/Inactive SRO License with 5 years of engineering or related experience, which shall include 1 year of nuclear power plant experience. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

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Geneva, IL1 day ago

Assist in coordinating and supervising the general maintenance duties in the community including, but not limited to carpentry, electrical work, HVAC work, painting, plumbing, pool repairs, appliance repairs, landscaping, and refurbishment projects. Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities.

Sheridan, IL24 days ago

$92,700–$154,000

Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Bachelor&rsquos degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) with 5 years of nuclear experience or related engineering experience.

Plainfield, IL25 days ago

$122,400–$154,000

Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Yorkville, IL24 days ago

$162,000–$180,000

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or nuclear) OR related science OR License Professional Engineer OR Active/Inactive SRO License with 5 years of engineering or related experience, which shall include 1 year of nuclear power plant experience . Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.

Newark, IL19 days ago

$92,700–$154,000

Belvidere, Illinois24 days ago

Strong leadership skills, including experience leading others in projects or programs, and the ability to successfully interact with individuals representing other areas or interests and the ability to manage team leaders & mechanics. The Associate Plant Technical Manager is responsible for assisting the Plant Technical Manager in providing the technical expertise and technical leadership to deliver results for the plant and the businesses it supports.

Geneva, Illinois10 days ago

They drive sustainable performance through leveraging people and process and creating an environment where learning is meaningful for the business and the employee (connected to results, drives out losses, helps build the employee’s capability). Increase proficiency in labor and creating, maintaining, and utilizing a training/skills matrix to identify skill gaps, develop training plans and track employee progress.

Rockford, IL11 days ago

Full-time

The Fleet Operations Manager is a hands-on leadership position responsible for overseeing HCI’s mobile fleet operations, field technician support structure, operational compliance, and day-to-day execution of mobile health service delivery. The ideal candidate must be highly organized, mechanically and operationally minded, capable of enforcing policy and procedure, and willing to actively work in the field operating HCI mobile units as needed.

Saint Charles, IL10 days ago

$80,000–$100,000 Per Year

This role functions as a Plant Manager track position, overseeing daily operations across Production, Quality, Maintenance, Sanitation, and Warehouse functions. The leader will be responsible for driving KPIs, enforcing accountability, ensuring food safety compliance, and supporting continuous improvement across the plant.

DeKalb, IL18 days ago

This role requires a strong leader with a proven track record of optimizing plant operations,driving continuous improvement, and fostering a collaborative work environment. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Plant Manager to oversee and manage the dailyoperations of our manufacturing facility.

Sycamore, IL30+ days ago

$140,000–$190,000 Per Year

Keywords: Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Six Sigma, Production Management, Safety Compliance, Quality Control, Industrial Engineering, Process Optimization, ERP Systems, ISO Certification. This role involves managing production to ensure high-quality output, safety, and efficiency while leading teams and driving improvements.

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Rockford, IL1 day ago

Seeking a Plant Manager to oversee two closely located manufacturing facilities, providing leadership and mentoring Business Unit Managers in lean implementation. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in lean manufacturing, with understanding of high-volume, small parts assembly of mechanical or electrical components.

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Bartlett, IL4 days ago

$30–$40 Per Hour

Whether you’re optimizing electrical reliability on 2nd shift or safeguarding ammonia systems on 3rd, your impact will be felt every day on the production floor. You’ll be the electrical subject-matter resource for the plant, ensuring assets stay online and efficient.

Rockford, IL23 days ago

$35–$40 Per Hour

Job Title: Operations Supervisor Location: Rockford, IL 61108 Area Code: 815, 779 Pay Rate: $35.00 to 40.00 per hour Employment Type: Full time/Direct with full benefits Shift: 1st, Full Time #Manufacturingjobs #Electrical #aerospace Job Summary The Operations Supervisor will be responsible for a team of 10 working in an Electrical Test environment. Key Responsibilities * Supervisory/planning/ execution role who is comfortable in a shop environment * Coordination of flow thru cell, router validation * assigning and prioritizing their work loads.

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SHOREWOOD, Illinois6 days ago

$33.23–$45.15 Per Hour

Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, smelling, near and far acuity, depth perception, color vision and field of vision. Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, working with land owners and other affected public adjacent pipelines, working within compression facilities to include compressors, engines, turbines, fans, pumps, valves, seals and other plant related equipment.

Bartlett, IL11 days ago

If PLCs, 3‑phase motor controls, and hydraulic presses are your comfort zone, this Plant Reliability Technician role is for you. You like improving equipment — from preventive maintenance to small design/fab tweaks that boost reliability.

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Elgin, IL1 day ago

Responsibilities include setting up, operating, and troubleshooting machines (e.g., drilling, milling, laser marking, automated assembly), handling materials, working with work instructions and hand tools, and picking, packing, and shipping orders (forklift experience a plus). Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2+ years manufacturing or warehouse experience, proficiency in English, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and lifting at least 50 lbs.

Oswego, IL25 days ago

This role requires regular physical work, problem-solving in real time, and direct involvement in work orders, apartment turns, preventive maintenance, and emergency response to maintain a safe, comfortable, and tour-ready environment for residents, families, and team members. The Director of Plant Operations is a hands-on, working leadership role responsible for the day-to-day execution of maintenance, life-safety, housekeeping/environmental services (EVS), and general repair of the community’s physical plant.

Elgin, IL20 days ago

This is a hands-on operational leadership role where you’ll work closely with engineering, manufacturing, automation, and production teams to drive projects from concept through implementation and production launch. The company designs, builds, and supports much of its own automated manufacturing equipment in-house, making this an excellent fit for someone who has managed automation projects on the plant floor.

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Cary, IL2 days ago

A Lamination / Coater Mixologist is responsible for assisting the Lamination and Coater Operators and Helpers to meet the daily production goals of the solvent base and solventless laminators and/or coating machines by safely and accurately mixing the adhesives and coatings used for these processes. Our manufacturing facilities perform the laminating, slitting, sheeting, die cutting, fabricating, and flexographic printing of pouches, lids and roll stock produced in a variety of sizes from foil, film, Tyvek and paper laminates.

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Aurora, ILToday

The Plant Business Manager will work with business leaders, plant managers, asset managers, internal customers, vendors and other subject matter experts to provide support and direction to optimize the company’s business objectives. + Support all operations activities through collection and analysis of information and the dissemination of intelligence on financial and operational plant performance; perform detailed analysis and prepare comprehensive reports to support all business functions.

Sycamore, IL30+ days ago

$70,000–$90,000 Per Year

Become the plant-level subject matter expert on RF scanning equipment and ERP transaction workflows — troubleshoot scanner issues, manage equipment upkeep, escalate systemic failures, and ensure no department works around the process. For the right candidate — someone with real manufacturing floor experience and a track record of holding cross-functional teams accountable to process — this is an opportunity to take full ownership of a high-visibility operational initiative in a facility that has already done the hard work of building the infrastructure.

Aurora, IL13 days ago

This role serves as a key support partner to plant leadership by helping implement strategic initiatives, improving processes, and fostering a culture focused on operational excellence and innovation. This position leads production teams, partners across departments, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance, safety, and overall operational effectiveness.

Byron, Illinois30+ days ago

Facilitate package preparation by preparing and/or submitting Out of Service (OOS's), Radiation Work Permit (RWP's), plant barrier impairments, welding/grinding permits, fire impairments, Operability impact statements, As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) task outs, Regulatory/Code documentation, Nuclear Oversight (NOS) hold/witness points, freeze seal and temporary leak repair documentation, and other requests. Participate in work control/scheduling meetings, planning feedback/craft interface time, detailed contract requisition reviews, complex troubleshooting, EQR2 reviews, detailed Operating Experience (OPEX) searches, Maintenance risk request reviews, Planner peer reviews, and system interaction reviews to ensure applicable CEC processes and applicable changes are supported.

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Mendota, IL6 days ago

$110,000–$130,000 Per Year

Company Benefits: Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs. Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Belvidere, Illinois7 days ago

If you ask what some of the things that the team members value more in Belvidere are, you will hear that we are family-oriented, foster a culture of teamwork, enjoy great wellness programs, employee giveaways and family appreciation day. Job Description: General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt.

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Dekalb, IL1 day ago

$81,225–$120,000 Per Year

Ideal candidates have strong troubleshooting skills, supervisory experience, and knowledge of maintenance programs, with preferred food manufacturing or electrical background. Manage daily maintenance activities, including equipment installation, preventive maintenance, and urgent repairs.

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St Charles, IL3 days ago

$28–$35 Per Hour

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Aurora, IL4 days ago

DeKalb, IL14 days ago

CST Industries is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Maintenance to lead maintenance operations across all North American manufacturing facilities, with a strong emphasis on our DeKalb, Illinois plant. The ideal candidate is a hands-on industrial maintenance leader with strong technical expertise and a proven ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives across multiple facilities.

Aurora, IL28 days ago

CyrusOne’s leading global platform of hybrid-cloud and multi-cloud deployments offers customers colocation, hyperscale, and build-to-suit environments, which help enhance the strategic connections of their essential data infrastructures and support the achievement of sustainability goals. The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler role is responsible for planning, which includes the obtaining and preparation of resources, scheduling, which includes coordinating with all site groups for the actions, and the execution of all preventative, predictive and reactive maintenance tasks with a focus on minimizing interruptions to production operations.

DeKalb, IL14 days ago

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for managing the performance of the maintenance supervisor, maintenance coordinator, maintenance technicians, managing a preventive and predictive maintenance program to increase machine uptime and improve efficiencies, facilities maintenance, and special projects to enhance safety, quality and continuous improvement initiatives that support company goals. The employee works in the office of a manufacturing plant environment with normal exposure to noise, dust, and hazards associated with working in a high traffic, heavy machinery, manufacturing plant.

Aurora, Illinois30+ days ago

7+ years of leadership experience running a business unit or multi-site operation in home services, installation, field-based service businesses, construction, building products, or trade services environments. This role is not a warehouse manager role, a functional operations-only role, a plant or logistics-only leadership role, a corporate or support role, or a position for someone who just supports the business but does not run it.

DeKalb, IL14 days ago

While Shipping and Receiving functions operate within Logistics, this role is accountable for the seamless handoff of materials into internal operations and for maintaining alignment with cross-functional partners including Production, Quality, Inventory Control, and Logistics. This role will establish and enforce material flow processes and improvements across the plant, with direct leadership of material handlers and ownership of warehouse organization, production staging, and internal material movement.

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Dekalb, IL1 day ago

$81,225–$120,000 Per Year

This on-site role involves managing daily maintenance tasks, overseeing equipment installation, preventive maintenance, and urgent repairs to ensure smooth operations. We are seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of skilled mechanics in a fast-paced candy packaging facility.

Belvidere, Illinois7 days ago

Geneva, Illinois10 days ago

Aurora, IL30+ days ago

Full-time

Educational Requirements: High School / Vocational School Diploma or Equivalent Required Technician level formal schooling - Electrical, hydraulics, pneumatic Preferred Basic PLC and Drive training - Preferred Preferred Experience (Years): 4+ Preferred Experience Type: Industrial Maintenance experience required. Troubleshoot and perform repairs on machines and their controls (blenders, scales, bottle rinsers/fillers/cappers/labelers, check weighers, case erectors, case sealers, palletizers, stretch wrappers, DC /AC motor & drives etc.

Warrenville, Illinois11 days ago

$92,700–$114,000 Per Year

Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Loves Park, IL13 days ago

$9–$14

The flavor of a ripe tomato, crisp shredded lettuce, combined with fresh-baked bread, fresh-sliced meat and real Hellmann's® mayo - that's when the magic happens. We are a locally owned franchisee (JSB Ventures LLC) and we are looking for Rockstars to add to our growing team.

Gilberts, IL24 days ago

$91,500–$137,260 Per Year

We are committed to: Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce; Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet; Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play; Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and. Support and lead field remediation efforts on‑site and remotely, documenting activities, tracking outcomes, and reporting field metrics; collaborate with Turf, quality, engineering, and operations teams to identify trends, resolve issues, and drive corrective and preventive actions.

Aurora, IL13 days ago

Freudenberg Home and Cleaning Solutions (FHCS), also known as Freudenberg Household Products (FHP) in North America, is a company of the Freudenberg Group and consists of two business areas: the consumer business and the professional applications business. As the number one brand for floor cleaning products, O-Cedar impresses with innovative bestsellers such as the EasyWring RinseClean Microfiber Spin Mop System and the PowerCorner PetPro Angle Broom.

Geneva, Illinois7 days ago

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