General Manager - Bolingbrook

Accelleron Industries AG

$148K — $203K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or related discipline (Master's preferred).
  • 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, remanufacturing, service operations, or industrial operations.
  • Proven track record in driving profitable business growth and competitive strategies.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience managing P&L performance.
  • Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic roadmap for the Bolingbrook REMAN Center.
  • Drive profitable business growth based on market demands.
  • Lead end-to-end remanufacturing operations.
  • Maintain top performance in safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • Implement Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Manage effective planning, inventory, and production scheduling.
  • Support strategic customer relationships and operational reviews.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) availability.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal or work-related challenges.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
  • Flexible work options for hybrid or remote work.
  • Learning & Development programs for professional growth.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
Full Job Description
1. Mission Statement

Lead the Bolingbrook REMAN Center with full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, profitability, customer satisfaction, and people development. Responsible for overall REMAN business performance and execution of the Accelleron Service Strategy.

Own the Plan-to-Deliver process for the remanufacturing center, including workshop operations, planning, material management, warehouse and logistics, quality, production development, technical advisory, facilities, and other supporting functions.

Contribute to and implement the Accelleron Service Strategy and local business strategy to enable profitable growth, operational excellence, and a scalable REMAN operating model.

2. Organizational Scope
  • Accountable for Workshop Operations, REMAN Product Management, Production Development, Quality, Planning, Warehouse & Logistics, Technical Advisory, Facilities, and supporting site functions.

  • Acts as a key member of the North America management structure and represents the Bolingbrook REMAN Center in relevant Service Division and cross-divisional forums.
  • Ensures transparent communication and alignment with North America, Service Division, High Speed Division, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders as appropriate.
3. Key Accountabilities
  • Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for the Bolingbrook REMAN Center.
  • Drive profitable business growth, market competitiveness, and scalable operating models based on changing customer and market demands.
  • Lead end-to-end remanufacturing operations from receipt through shipment.
  • Maintain best-in-class safety, quality, delivery, and customer satisfaction performance.
  • Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure effective planning, inventory management, production scheduling, and capacity management.
  • Support strategic customer relationships and operational reviews.
  • Sponsor technology, automation, and process-development initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with Accelleron standards, policies, and regulations.
  • Develop organizational capability and succession plans.
4. Financial Responsibility

Owns site P&L performance, productivity initiatives, inventory performance, capital investment planning, and cash-flow improvement initiatives.

5. Leadership Responsibilities

Builds and develops a high-performing organization, succession pipeline, safety culture, and continuous improvement mindset.

6. Key Performance Indicators
  • Safety: Safety performance, incident prevention, safety culture maturity
  • Quality: Quality performance, defects, rework, customer quality feedback
  • Delivery: On-time delivery, turnaround time, schedule adherence
  • Productivity: Labor efficiency, productivity, cost optimization, continuous improvement impact
  • Financial: Revenue, gross margin, P&L performance, cash-flow improvement, capital effectiveness
  • Inventory: Inventory accuracy, inventory turns, material availability, working capital
  • Customer: Customer satisfaction, complaint handling, operational review outcomes
  • People: Employee engagement, capability development, succession coverage, training execution
  • Transformation: Digitalization, automation, process maturity, standardization, best-practice sharing
7. Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or related discipline (Master's preferred). 10+ years leadership experience in manufacturing, remanufacturing, service operations, or industrial operations.

8. Core Competencies

Safety & Integrity, Customer Focus, Operational Excellence, Financial Acumen, Continuous Improvement, Innovation & Speed, Ownership & Performance, Collaboration & Trust, Talent Development, Strategic Leadership.

Compensation range for the role:

$148,281.00 - $203,816.00 plus bonus

Benefits Overview

At Accelleron, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being and work-life balance. As part of our team, you will have access to a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your overall quality of life. Our benefits include:

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Choose from a variety of plans to find the coverage that best suits your needs.

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible medical expenses.

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges, including counseling and resources for mental health.

Financial Security

  • Competitive Salary: We offer market-competitive pay with regular reviews.

  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you save for the future.

  • Life & Disability Insurance: Company-provided basic life insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage.

Work-Life Balance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, sick days, and holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.

  • Flexible Work Options: Depending on the role, we offer options for hybrid or remote work.

  • Parental Leave: Paid leave for new parents to bond with their child.

Professional Development

  • Learning & Development: Access to training programs, certifications, and courses to help you grow professionally.

  • Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continuing education and professional certifications.

  • Career Advancement: Opportunities for career development, internal mobility, and leadership training.

Additional Perks

  • Employee Discounts: Discounts on products, services, or memberships.

  • Wellness Programs: Access to fitness classes, wellness challenges, and resources to promote a healthy lifestyle.

  • Social Events: Company-sponsored events and activities to build a sense of community.

Job Family Group:

Executive & General Management

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