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Plant Operations Jobs in Matteson, IL

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Bradley, IL18 days ago

$98,000–$124,000

The Utilities Engineer is responsible for oversight of design, engineering, safety and quality support in the following utility equipment systems: Clean Utilities (Clean Steam, Purified Water, WFI and RO Systems), HVAC Systems, Plant Steam Systems, Co-Generation Units, Process Chillers, Compressed/Process Air, Ammonia Chillers and Refrigeration Process, Alcohol Distillation and Recovery Process, Process Gases, Natural Gas, Bulk Chemical Distribution, Solvent Gas Detection systems, Water, Cooling towers and Waste Treatment systems for the Kankakee facility. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives.

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Chicago Heights, IL4 days ago

$30–$38 Per Hour

Primarily performs preventive, scheduled or corrective repairs on batching and continuous process control systems, their networks, AC/DC and servo drives, pneumatics, hydraulics and mechanical components. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

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Oak Brook, IL6 days ago

$122,600–$184,000 Per Year

In this role, you will lead strategic sourcing and category management initiatives across a complex portfolio of MRO and Facility Services spend, helping drive cost savings, strengthen supplier performance, and support enterprise-wide business priorities. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs.

Glendale Heights, IL8 days ago

$120,000–$150,000 Per Year

You’ll work closely with engineering teams while owning project execution—keeping timelines on track, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing customer expectations, and ensuring complex retrofit projects move efficiently from concept through deployment. Join a growing manufacturer of advanced fluid power systems where you’ll lead complex customer integration and retrofit projects—from initial concept through validation, deployment, and successful customer delivery.

Bradley, IL18 days ago

$98,000–$124,000

The Utilities Engineer is responsible for oversight of design, engineering, safety and quality support in the following utility equipment systems: Clean Steam, Purified Water, WFI and RO Systems, HVAC Systems, Plant Steam Systems, Co-Generation Units, Process Chillers, Compressed/Process Air, Nitrogen, Ammonia Chillers and Refrigeration Process, Alcohol Distillation and Recovery Process, Process Gases, Natural Gas, Bulk Chemical Distribution, Solvent Gas Detection systems, Fire Alarm, Control and Protection Systems, Electrical Systems, Water, Cooling towers and Waste Treatment systems for the Kankakee facility. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives.

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Naperville, IL4 days ago

Formal vocational training in plant maintenance activities with an emphasis on industrial applications or equivalent job experience in electricity, power distribution, industrial electrical wiring, mechanics, machine operations, general plumbing, heating ventilation, and air conditioning, boiler operations. Operate and perform preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance/repair on high pressure boilers, turbines, high voltage generators, and auxiliary equipment at an on-site cogeneration plant that produces electricity.

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Portage, IN4 days ago

$25–$30 Per Hour

Tasks include start-up and shut-down procedures, electrical troubleshooting, and maintaining and operating boilers, welding and cutting, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, and other systems. Monitor equipment to ensure it is kept in good working order and work closely with management to repair or replace equipment as needed.

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Chicago, IL6 days ago

$100–$103 Per Hour

Manages 5–10 concurrent projects, coordinating internal stakeholders, engineering, maintenance, construction, contractors, and vendors while ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk management requirements. Projects typically range from $100K to multi-million-dollar investment levels and require strict adherence to nuclear, regulatory, and safety protocols.

Chicago, IL11 days ago

$120,000–$170,000 Per Year

The Service Director of Asset Manager is responsible for providing leadership, technical support and direction to the asset management team. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America.

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Chicago, IL6 days ago

$100–$103 Per Hour

This position manages 5–10 concurrent projects, coordinating internal stakeholders, engineering, maintenance, construction, contractors, and vendors while ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk management requirements. Projects typically range from $100K to multi-million-dollar investment levels and require strict adherence to nuclear, regulatory, and safety protocols.

Broadview, IL11 days ago

$95,000–$95,000 Per Year

The successful candidate will enjoy the rare opportunity to occupy a key plant-level leadership position, driving the development of necessary processes and ultimately stepping into a Controller-level role. This role opens due to our ongoing transition and modernization phase, reflecting a shift from basic QuickBooks to a comprehensive QuickBooks Enterprise system and planning for a long-term ERP implementation.

Bridgeview, Illinois7 days ago

$19 Per Hour
Temporary

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc. to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages. Six months manufacturing or shipping experience preferred - Ability to accurately count, add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions & decimals.

Joliet, IL9 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).

Crest Hill, IL26 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.

Joliet, IL8 days ago

$50,000–$90,000

The client sites are located in Northern Illinois, and while Operating Engineers are primarily responsible for their assigned locations, you may be required to support other sites in the event of an emergency or to provide backup coverage. What this job involves: As an Operating Engineer in Joliet, IL at JLL, you will be responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment, machinery, and related controls and components at our client's facilities.

Coal City, IL25 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.

Broadview, IL10 days ago

$95,000–$105,000

This is a true #1 seat at the plant level—own the numbers, build the processes, and grow into a Controller-level role with the backing of a larger organization. You’ll step into a key position stabilizing and modernizing processes during a period of transition while building structure for future growth.

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Chicago, IL2 days ago

Alpha Baking’s retail brands include S. Rosen’s, MaryAnn, Natural Ovens Bakery, Kreamo, and Golden Hearth, with additional product sold under private label agreements and the Alpha Baking foodservice brand. Our broad array of products can be found in national restaurant chains, quick service restaurants, schools, institutions, major league sports franchises, national grocery chains and independent grocery stores.

Chicago, IL11 days ago

$77,505–$125,000 Per Year

Manages change/ transformation change/ transformation amongst the Operating teams in the implementation of IL6S-Integrated Lean 6 sigma phase journey, FoF-Factory of Future Line centric organization & roles (AM-Autonomous Maintenance, PM-Progressive Maintenance and an integrated 6 star model within operating Line teams) to progress into Self sufficient teams. Lead and be Accountable for Talent, Capabilities & Engagement for the Manufacturing team - identify and implement critical levers to attract, retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels, technical and behavioral, to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future.

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Bolingbrook, IL5 days ago

$12–$15 Per Hour
Full-time
Employee

Top Required Skills:KPI Metric ManagementLean Background – Problem Solving, Analytical MindsetLeadership: Having overseen employee daily operations and worked with executive leadersCross team communication – Daily communication with leaders and team members will be requiredBachelor’s Degree in related field. You will be overseeing operations of 2-4 employees directly (40+ total in the plant) and a total revenue of $12-$15 million YoY.Champion Safety, Health & Compliance by leading a zero?incident culture, ensuring OSHA/CNESST/PSM/RMP compliance, enforcing PPE and policies, and driving audits, investigations, and corrective actions.

Gary, Indiana14 days ago

Overview: Leads, trains others, operates, maintains, and repair the Methodist main steam and hot water plants and related equipment at all sites. Monitors daily work flow of other Firemen, review logs, records and shift activities and reports all deviations to the Director of Facilities and site managers of Plant Operations.

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Chicago, IL1 day ago

Full-time

The Senior Manager is expected to remain deeply engaged in operations, personally involved in major incidents, escalations, and complex technical decisions, while building and enforcing a disciplined, execution-focused operating model. The role is accountable for day-to-day operational execution, service reliability, scalability, and discipline across enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, identity, networks, and end-user services.

Braceville, Illinois14 days ago

Assures the training programs are maintained current and incorporate information gained from Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) Significant Operating Experience Reports and Constellation Nuclear Event Reports (NERs), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) Bulletins and Information Notices, CEC design change and backfit information, CEC procedure changes and revisions, new regulations, and training effectiveness reports. Coordinates, and conducts performance-based operations Reactor Operator (RO)/Non-Licensed Operator (NLO) training programs as required by user community in accordance with Constellation's systematic approach to training model, department procedures, and with proper application of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation phases.

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Chicago, IL3 days ago

$75–$75

30% Manage moderately complex or major construction projects inclusive of project integration management, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, human resource management, communications management, risk management and procurement management, complying with legal requirements, construction management and financial accountability. Areas of responsibility include project planning, execution, controls and close out for the management of engineering, procurement, construction, and ultimately functional operation of People's Gas facilities.

Bourbonnais, Illinois15 days ago

$110,000–$130,000 Per Year

Physical Requirements: Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the Job: Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Required Skills: Desired Minimum Requirements: Computer literate, strong communication skills (both verbal and written), experience in managing personnel and related issues, minimum of 5 years experience with hands-on management of employees in a production/distribution environment, previous steel experience helpful.

East Chicago, IN12 days ago

The Production Manager leads a team of supervisors and production staff to drive continuous improvement, automation integration, and operational excellence in alignment with company goals. This role reports directly to the VP of Operations and serves as a key leader in executing company-wide operational strategy, driving plant performance, and contributing to long-term growth initiatives.

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

$72,000–$78,000 Per Year

Summary of Position: The Operations Manager is responsible for organizing, motivating and scheduling staff and directing the day-to-day operations of all rail and/or yard and/or shuttle and plant functions and/or any combination of operations. Communicate daily with leads, other staff and office personnel to determine staffing, supply and operational needs; ensuring daily manpower plans are met and there are no service failures to the customer.

Chicago, IL8 days ago

Full-time

Skills:Minimum of 5-7 years of experience installing, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting large commercial and industrial systems including: Chilled Water Systems, Large Centrifugal Chillers, Cooling Towers, Heat Exchangers, Water Treatment Systems, VFD’s and Pumps, HVAC equipment, CRAC/CRAH’s, Humidification Systems, BMS and PLC Controls, Emergency Standby Diesel Generator Systems, Fuel/Oil systems, 480/277 and 208/120 electrical generation and distribution, Static UPS Systems, and Double Interlock Pre-Action Systems. Knowledge:Expert understanding of the electrical and mechanical systems used in a facility and data center environment, including, but not limited to the following: electrical distribution and layout, Transformers, PLC’s, Generators, Switchgear, UPS systems, STS’, ATS’ PDU’s, Chilled Water Systems, CRAC/CRAH’s, Pre-Action Sprinkler Systems.

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Chicago, IL5 days ago

$120,000–$145,000 Per Year

North Coast Container (NCC) is the leading independent manufacturer of steel drums in North America because of our unwavering customer focus. Step into an exhilarating leadership role as the Plant Manager at North Coast Container located in the bustling heart of Chicago, Illinois!

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West Chicago, IL1 day ago

Responsibilities involve ensuring safety, compliance, implementing reliability-centered maintenance, enhancing equipment performance, developing staff skills, managing capital projects and budgets, and applying root cause analysis tools. Must-Haves include supervisory manufacturing experience, a mechanical, chemical, or industrial engineering degree, and 3+ years leading a maintenance department in an industrial setting.

Chicago, IL7 days ago

$105,000

The Operations Superintendent and will oversee the activities of the Shift and Supervisors to achieve optimal levels of safety, quality, productivity, and delivery to assure internal and external customer satisfaction. Proven ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to meet production goals while meeting customer deadlines.

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Chicago, IL2 days ago

Main requirements include a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or MBA preferred), 12+ years of manufacturing experience, proven operational performance improvement, 5+ years of leadership, strong project management skills, familiarity with regulations like OSHA, and 25% domestic travel. Responsibilities encompass developing manufacturing plans, managing inventory and procurement, meeting KPI targets, executing capital projects, collaborating globally, reducing costs, ensuring compliance, and fostering a high-performing, diverse workforce.

Merrillville, Indiana15 days ago

Responsible for routine oiling and greasing of moving mechanisms, cleans filters on air handling units, runs the emergency generators, checks fire safety systems, and inspects equipment as set forth in the preventative maintenance program. Cleans hospital vehicles, drains sewers, boilers, pipes, air-conditioning units, electrical systems, and assists in moving heavy machines, furniture, and equipment.

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Lansing, IL2 days ago

$17.39–$25.75 Per Hour

This Production Operator role in a small paint plant involves operating equipment such as automated pail fillers, mixers, and scales to fill batches, adhering to safety and SOP guidelines. The position includes supporting other operations, maintaining equipment, ensuring quality, and managing waste properly.

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Lansing, IL2 days ago

$17.39–$25.75 Per Hour

The role may involve supporting other operations areas and waste management. The position is primarily on 1st shift with flexibility for off-shift training.

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Lansing, IL2 days ago

$17.39–$25.75 Per Hour

Responsibilities include operating filling equipment, adhering to safety and SOPs, labeling finished goods, operating forklifts, participating in improvement teams, and maintaining equipment and cleanliness. This Production Operator role in a Large Paint Plant offers a competitive rewards package, including bonuses, paid holidays, health benefits, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and a positive company culture with events.

Chicago, IL14 days ago

Since 1969, we’ve partnered with customers to boost the performance and reliability of their pumping systems through unbiased engineering analysis, root‑cause investigations, quality workmanship, and responsive field service. Imagine starting your week at dawn, gear packed, heading from your home base to a power plant where a high‑energy pump upgrade is waiting on your leadership.

Chicago, IL7 days ago

$90,000–$110,000 Per Year

With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Support operating facilities with electrical troubleshooting, including review of digital fault records, relays, and other operational data for planned and unplanned electrical events.

Chicago, IL7 days ago

$70,000–$95,000 Per Year

Lansing, Illinois30+ days ago

$61,205–$85,688 Per Year

Responsibilities: POSITION SUMMARY: The Cost Accountant is responsible for the preparation and analysis of accounting reports related to manufacturing processing at the Lansing facility, shell egg reconciliation, including shrink, production efficiencies and downtime. Business Unit Overview: Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products.

Bolingbrook, IL21 days ago

$98,000–$128,000 Per Year

Manage, assigns and audits the work of all direct reports; provides semi-annual and annual performance reviews, evaluates performance against job requirements and established annual goals, provides daily coaching and training to develop world class Finance team. Act as a strategic business partner to the Operations team, delivering monthly expenditure reports to ensure alignment with Plan and forecast, while providing agile financial leadership and ad hoc analysis to support operation objectives.

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Bolingbrook, IL3 days ago

$20–$25 Per Hour

This role involves a combination of hands-on and administrative tasks, including implementing 6S methodologies, ordering tools, creating and improving fixtures, and coordinating with the maintenance team to implement new equipment. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success.

Chicago, IL12 days ago

$72,000–$95,000 Per Year

With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. As an Operations Accountant, you will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions of approximately 4-6 operational and/or construction phase energy power production plants and related entities.

Gary, IN14 days ago

Install, maintain, diagnose, and repair mechanical systems—hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, and power transmission—plus conveyors, cranes, and related mobile equipment. Relevant exposure could include: hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, power transmission systems, welding, pipefitting, structural repair, or diesel mechanic (military experience counts).

Carol Stream21 days ago

$110,000–$144,000 Per Year
Employee

Essential Functions:Prepares reconciliations, commentary, and journal entries for various transactions including inventory adjustments, cycle counts, etc., and ensures reviews comply with regulatory documentation and approval requirements. Provides support in reviewing and understanding data related to work centers, routers, costing roll-ups/analysis, data integrity/reporting, and ongoing decision support as needed.

SHOREWOOD, Illinois7 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.

East Chicago, Indiana14 days ago

Our East Chicago, IN facility is the heart of our operations and our largest processing hub, where innovation and teamwork drive meaningful environmental solutions. If this offer does not match your expectations, but you would like to develop your career in a company that promotes circular economy and sustainability, register on our Career Page, and don't miss out on new job opportunities!

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

The Plant Controller ensures financial controls are in place, prepares financial reports, and supports plant leadership with data and analysis to meet plant and corporate goals. Arranges for audits of company accounts, prepares reports required by regulatory agencies, and completes fiscal year-end audit binder.

East Chicago, Indiana19 days ago

$24.50–$31 Per Hour

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Hammond, IN2 days ago

This full-time role involves operating equipment and maintaining processes in a food manufacturing environment, including monitoring tanks, temperatures, and pressures, troubleshooting machinery, and handling raw materials and finished products. Qualifications include eligibility to work in the U.S., physical ability to lift up to 50lbs, work in varied conditions, and basic computer skills.

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