Meridien Recruiters
Meridien Recruiters is proud to represent an outstanding opportunity with a leading manufacturing company in Chicago. They are seeking a strategic and results-driven
Operations Manager
to oversee production efficiency, process optimization, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing operations, a track record of driving continuous improvement, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application. Responsibilities: Oversee daily operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety protocols are met. Implement and optimize
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team. Collaborate with supply chain, logistics, and senior management to align operations with business goals. Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. Ensure compliance with industry regulations (OSHA, ISO, etc.) and company policies. Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements: 5+ years of operations management experience in manufacturing. Strong knowledge of
production planning, inventory control, and quality assurance. Experience with
ERP/MRP systems
(e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite). Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage KPIs. Analytical mindset with expertise in
process optimization and cost reduction. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred. Base Salary: $175K
(negotiable based on experience). Performance-based
bonus and profit-sharing opportunities. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match. Relocation assistance available for top candidates. Facility Size:
[X] sq. ft. / [X] employees (if applicable). Reporting To:
[VP of Operations/Plant Manager]. Shift:
[Day/Full-time/On-site required]. This is a
high-impact role
for an operations leader ready to drive excellence in manufacturing. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you. Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManufacturing and Engineering IndustriesManufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Meridien Recruiters by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Operations Manager” roles. Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$180,000.00 3 weeks ago Crest Hill, IL $121,500.00-$200,900.00 1 week ago Greater Chicago Area $88,165.00-$119,022.00 1 week ago Senior Operations Manager (Transportation) Minooka, IL $85,000.00-$90,000.00 2 weeks ago Shorewood, IL $80,000.00-$100,000.00 5 days ago Vice President, Clean Energy Deployment Operations Chicago, IL $200,000.00-$230,000.00 5 days ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$80,000.00 3 months ago Director of Manufacturing Operations - Manufacturing Chicago, IL $150,000.00-$175,000.00 6 days ago Director of Operations JN -052025-160832 Greater Chicago Area $65,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $55,000.00-$60,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $45,000.00-$60,000.00 1 week ago Associate General Manager, Logistics- University Park Oak Lawn, IL $80,000.00-$105,000.00 6 days ago Lincolnshire, IL $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $80,000.00-$120,000.00 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Operations Manager
to oversee production efficiency, process optimization, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing operations, a track record of driving continuous improvement, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application. Responsibilities: Oversee daily operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety protocols are met. Implement and optimize
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team. Collaborate with supply chain, logistics, and senior management to align operations with business goals. Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. Ensure compliance with industry regulations (OSHA, ISO, etc.) and company policies. Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements: 5+ years of operations management experience in manufacturing. Strong knowledge of
production planning, inventory control, and quality assurance. Experience with
ERP/MRP systems
(e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite). Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage KPIs. Analytical mindset with expertise in
process optimization and cost reduction. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred. Base Salary: $175K
(negotiable based on experience). Performance-based
bonus and profit-sharing opportunities. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match. Relocation assistance available for top candidates. Facility Size:
[X] sq. ft. / [X] employees (if applicable). Reporting To:
[VP of Operations/Plant Manager]. Shift:
[Day/Full-time/On-site required]. This is a
high-impact role
for an operations leader ready to drive excellence in manufacturing. If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you. Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManufacturing and Engineering IndustriesManufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Meridien Recruiters by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Operations Manager” roles. Chicago, IL $130,000.00-$180,000.00 3 weeks ago Crest Hill, IL $121,500.00-$200,900.00 1 week ago Greater Chicago Area $88,165.00-$119,022.00 1 week ago Senior Operations Manager (Transportation) Minooka, IL $85,000.00-$90,000.00 2 weeks ago Shorewood, IL $80,000.00-$100,000.00 5 days ago Vice President, Clean Energy Deployment Operations Chicago, IL $200,000.00-$230,000.00 5 days ago Chicago, IL $50,000.00-$80,000.00 3 months ago Director of Manufacturing Operations - Manufacturing Chicago, IL $150,000.00-$175,000.00 6 days ago Director of Operations JN -052025-160832 Greater Chicago Area $65,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $55,000.00-$60,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $45,000.00-$60,000.00 1 week ago Associate General Manager, Logistics- University Park Oak Lawn, IL $80,000.00-$105,000.00 6 days ago Lincolnshire, IL $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $80,000.00-$120,000.00 3 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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