Director of Operations / Plant Manager - Manufacturing at Knowhirematch

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

200000.0

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

P&L Responsibility, Leadership, Production Management, Maintenance Management, Quality Management, Continuous Improvement, Safety Performance, Cost Management, Delivery Performance, Operational Turnarounds, Lean Implementation, Capacity Expansion, Team Management, Strategic Execution, Manufacturing Leadership, Six Sigma

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Confidential Search – Director of Operations / Plant Manager – Manufacturing Overview: We're partnering with established manufacturing companies—across automotive, food, chemical, and general industrial sectors—seeking experienced operations leaders. If you're a Plant Manager, Director of Operations, or senior manufacturing leader exploring what's next, we'd like to connect. What Our Clients Typically Look For: Full P&L responsibility for plant or multi-site operations Leadership of production, maintenance, quality, and continuous improvement Proven results in safety, cost, delivery, and quality performance Experience managing teams of 50–500+ employees Track record of operational turnarounds, lean implementation, or capacity expansion Ability to partner with senior leadership and translate strategy into execution Common Backgrounds: Plant Manager or General Manager with 5–15+ years in manufacturing Director or Sr. Director of Operations (single or multi-site) Production or Manufacturing Manager ready for the next step Industries: automotive, food & beverage, chemical, plastics, metals, packaging, consumer products, industrial OEM Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience Demonstrated results in safety, productivity, and cost improvement Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies Strong leadership presence and ability to build high-performing teams Compensation: Opportunities typically range from $120K–$200K+ depending on scope, location, and experience. Location: Opportunities across the U.S.—Midwest, Southeast, and other manufacturing regions. Some roles offer relocation assistance. About This Search: We're currently partnering with multiple manufacturing clients seeking experienced operations leaders. Due to the confidential nature of these searches, specific company details will be shared with qualified candidates. If your background aligns, we'd welcome the chance to connect about current and upcoming opportunities. Interested? Apply with your resume. In your application, mention your target role, preferred location, and what matters most in your next move.

Responsibilities

The Director of Operations / Plant Manager will have full P&L responsibility for plant or multi-site operations and will lead production, maintenance, quality, and continuous improvement efforts. They will also be responsible for achieving proven results in safety, cost, delivery, and quality performance.