Sterling Engineering
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This range is provided by Sterling Engineering. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr
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We are seeking a driven and experienced
Plant Manager
to lead and elevate the performance of our Chicago food manufacturing facility. This hands‑on leadership role is critical in maintaining our commitment to exceptional quality, strict safety standards, and authentic production methods.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily operations across production, packaging, maintenance, sanitation, receiving, and shipping, ensuring output, quality, and schedule targets are met.
Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing OSHA and regulatory compliance.
Oversee plant budgeting and cost-control initiatives, supporting annual planning processes.
Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and waste-reduction initiatives to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality.
Develop and mentor supervisors and production leads by setting expectations, conducting performance reviews, and supporting professional growth.
Analyze key operational metrics (OEE, uptime, efficiency) to identify gaps and implement targeted improvement strategies.
Communicate plant goals clearly, lead regular team meetings, and promote a culture of engagement and accountability.
Ensure all products meet company quality standards and traditional authenticity.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
5–10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, ideally in food production.
Demonstrated success in safety leadership, problem solving, and Lean manufacturing practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using production systems or data analysis tools.
Ability to balance high-quality standards with efficiency, cost, and safety requirements.
Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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This range is provided by Sterling Engineering. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr
Direct message the job poster from Sterling Engineering
We are seeking a driven and experienced
Plant Manager
to lead and elevate the performance of our Chicago food manufacturing facility. This hands‑on leadership role is critical in maintaining our commitment to exceptional quality, strict safety standards, and authentic production methods.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily operations across production, packaging, maintenance, sanitation, receiving, and shipping, ensuring output, quality, and schedule targets are met.
Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing OSHA and regulatory compliance.
Oversee plant budgeting and cost-control initiatives, supporting annual planning processes.
Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and waste-reduction initiatives to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality.
Develop and mentor supervisors and production leads by setting expectations, conducting performance reviews, and supporting professional growth.
Analyze key operational metrics (OEE, uptime, efficiency) to identify gaps and implement targeted improvement strategies.
Communicate plant goals clearly, lead regular team meetings, and promote a culture of engagement and accountability.
Ensure all products meet company quality standards and traditional authenticity.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
5–10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, ideally in food production.
Demonstrated success in safety leadership, problem solving, and Lean manufacturing practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using production systems or data analysis tools.
Ability to balance high-quality standards with efficiency, cost, and safety requirements.
Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sterling Engineering by 2x
Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Get notified about new Plant Manager jobs in
Chicago, IL .
#J-18808-Ljbffr