iRiS Recruiting Solutions
Director of Plant Operations
iRiS Recruiting Solutions, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Greater Chicago Area | Union Manufacturing We’re partnering with a
respected food & beverage brand
on a search for a
Plant Director
to lead one of their highest-volume production facilities located in the
Chicago area . This facility plays a critical role in the company’s North American manufacturing network and is currently undergoing a multi-year transformation focused on cultural revitalization, operational excellence, and leadership development. We’re seeking a
dynamic, floor-focused leader
who can bring structure, drive accountability, and elevate plant performance across all areas. What You’ll Be Doing: Leading full-plant performance across safety, production, quality, cost, and team engagement Driving operational KPIs (safety, line efficiency, budget variance, product quality) Coaching a team of ETLs and a couple hundred hourly employees across 24/7 operations Partnering with HR and union leadership to support a stable, engaged workforce Collaborating with executive stakeholders on plant strategy and continuous improvement Leading with integrity and consistency in a high-speed, branded manufacturing environment What We’re Looking For: 10+ years of leadership experience in food & beverage manufacturing 3+ years of full-site responsibility as a Plant Director or higher Proven success managing in a
unionized environment Strong understanding of FDA/USDA regulations, EHS standards, and CI practices Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Operations, or related; MBA a plus) Strong cultural leadership experience—especially in turnarounds or growth environments Why This Opportunity Stands Out: You'll be joining a well-known brand with decades of experience in North American food & beverage manufacturing The company is growth-oriented and deeply committed to quality and brand stewardship The plant is receiving
ongoing investment in systems, infrastructure, and leadership talent Executive leadership is aligned behind a clear strategy for growth, engagement, and operational discipline This is a
high-impact role
with strong executive backing, a collaborative environment, and meaningful upside for the right leader. If you’re ready to
transform a large site , not just maintain it, this is that kind of opportunity. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Other Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at iRiS Recruiting Solutions by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
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Greater Chicago Area | Union Manufacturing We’re partnering with a
respected food & beverage brand
on a search for a
Plant Director
to lead one of their highest-volume production facilities located in the
Chicago area . This facility plays a critical role in the company’s North American manufacturing network and is currently undergoing a multi-year transformation focused on cultural revitalization, operational excellence, and leadership development. We’re seeking a
dynamic, floor-focused leader
who can bring structure, drive accountability, and elevate plant performance across all areas. What You’ll Be Doing: Leading full-plant performance across safety, production, quality, cost, and team engagement Driving operational KPIs (safety, line efficiency, budget variance, product quality) Coaching a team of ETLs and a couple hundred hourly employees across 24/7 operations Partnering with HR and union leadership to support a stable, engaged workforce Collaborating with executive stakeholders on plant strategy and continuous improvement Leading with integrity and consistency in a high-speed, branded manufacturing environment What We’re Looking For: 10+ years of leadership experience in food & beverage manufacturing 3+ years of full-site responsibility as a Plant Director or higher Proven success managing in a
unionized environment Strong understanding of FDA/USDA regulations, EHS standards, and CI practices Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Operations, or related; MBA a plus) Strong cultural leadership experience—especially in turnarounds or growth environments Why This Opportunity Stands Out: You'll be joining a well-known brand with decades of experience in North American food & beverage manufacturing The company is growth-oriented and deeply committed to quality and brand stewardship The plant is receiving
ongoing investment in systems, infrastructure, and leadership talent Executive leadership is aligned behind a clear strategy for growth, engagement, and operational discipline This is a
high-impact role
with strong executive backing, a collaborative environment, and meaningful upside for the right leader. If you’re ready to
transform a large site , not just maintain it, this is that kind of opportunity. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Management and Other Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at iRiS Recruiting Solutions by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Director of Plant Operations jobs in
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Chicago, IL $140,000.00-$170,000.00 5 hours ago National Director of Plant Operations, CI, and Infrastructure
Chicago, IL $170,000.00-$190,000.00 4 days ago Director, External Manufacturing Aseptics ( On-site Based In IL or MA)
North Chicago, IL $156,000.00-$296,500.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $175,000.00-$200,000.00 3 weeks ago Chicago, IL $115,000.00-$130,000.00 1 month ago Director of Manufacturing Maintenance Operations
Chicago, IL $140,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $160,000.00-$180,000.00 1 month ago Director, Operations, US Property Management
Chicago, IL $190,000.00-$202,000.00 2 weeks ago Melrose Park, IL $190,000.00-$225,000.00 3 weeks ago Chicago, IL $150,000.00-$175,000.00 4 weeks ago ** Director, Global Manufacturing Strategy & Transformation
Downers Grove, IL $141,436.00-$212,154.00 2 weeks ago Greater Chicago Area $125,000.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks ago Lemont, IL $100,000.00-$115,000.00 3 weeks ago Operations Director, Asia Region (Remote)
Downers Grove, IL $115,000.00-$125,000.00 5 months ago Associate Director, External Manufacturing Hybrid
North Chicago, IL $137,500.00-$261,000.00 3 days ago Chicago, IL $85,000.00-$95,000.00 2 weeks ago Director of Operations - Medical Specialties
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