Illinois Tool Works

Plant Manager

Illinois Tool Works$120K — $160K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
  • 5+ years in manufacturing, with a minimum of 3 years in progressive management.
  • Strong project and facility management experience.
  • Proven leadership experience with technical or engineering teams.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with cost control, waste reduction, quality, and safety standards.
  • Promote and implement process improvements to enhance plant efficiency.
  • Develop manufacturing plans and strategies including capacity planning.
  • Manage personnel issues and promote talent development.
  • Foster a positive, inclusive team culture.
  • Oversee the plant's financial performance including budget and equipment purchases.
  • Lead quality improvement efforts to meet customer requirements.
  • Improve safety practices and hazard tracking within the facility.
  • Manage maintenance programs and inventory costs.
  • Report on efficiencies, quality, safety, delivery, and cost results.

Benefits

  • Focus on professional development and training for staff.
  • Encouragement of a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Engagement in significant manufacturing projects with strategic impact.
  • Opportunity to lead and innovate in operational excellence and safety practices.
  • Access to manage major capital investments and improvement projects.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

The Plant Manageris responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective production of goods while maintaining the highest quality, safety, and compliance standards. This includes production, process improvements, quality, maintenance, warehouse, and customer service functions. In addition, this position manages the relationships between the plant, sales, vendors, and all activities related to operations. This position provides strategic leadership and coordination on manufacturing projects in support of the Director of Operations.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with Company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, OSHA, safety, and complete on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost.

  • Promote and implement 80/20 toolbox projects and continuous improvement efforts to ensure the plant operates optimally and efficiently within the respective KPIs.

  • Develop, implement, and oversee manufacturing plans and strategies, including capacity planning regarding equipment, training, staffing, raw materials, packaging, systems, and general operations improvements.

  • Manage all facility personnel issues, including staffing, compensation, behavioral problems, termination, transfer, and promotions. Manage, coach, and develop talent.Identify and create training opportunities for staff to build and improve skills.

  • Focused on building a positive, inclusive culture where teamwork, trust, and creativity thrive, helping everyone feel valued and do their best work.

  • Understand and manage the plant's P6L to achieve maximum financial results for the shareholders including development of facility budget, involvement in equipment purchase, ensuring optimal facility layout, and maintenance costs

  • Lead Quality improvement efforts to ensure the product is built to customer requirements.

  • Continue improvements in the safety record and increase ownership of the safety program to the operator level. The focus should be placed on improving the tracking and correcting of hazards and near misses, reducing overall hazard opportunities in the facility.

  • Manage an effective maintenance program to ensure asset maintenance, critical spare parts accessibility, and inventory cost control.

  • Monitor, report, and initiate action on efficiencies, quality, safety, delivery, and cost results. Delivers progress and production reports to executive team members as requested.

  • Evaluate new product concepts for manufacturing capabilities.

  • Identify, communicate, and drive implementation of capital investments and improvement projects.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university isrequired.

  • 5+ years of related experience in manufacturing with a minimum of 3+ years of progressive management experience.

  • Strong project management experience and facility management experience.

  • Demonstrated experience successfully leading and managing a technical or engineering staff team.

  • Project Manager Professional (PMP) preferred.

  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.

Required Competencies

  • Critical Thinking-The ability to ask and answer the right questions at the right time.

  • Leadership-the ability to guide and inspire others by effectively communicating, making decisions, adapting to change, fostering teamwork, and acting with integrity and emotional intelligence.

  • Project Management-The ability to plan, execute, and oversee projects from inception to completion, ensuring that objectives are met on time, within budget, and to the required quality.

  • Raising the Bar -Continuously pushing for higher standards of performance or results, motivating others to exceed expectations and striving for excellence.

  • Development of Strategy-Aligning and implement strategic plans to division FTB, translating strategic objectives into actionable plans that produce desired outcomes.

  • Talent Development-Ability to enhance the skills, knowledge, and abilities of their employees. prepare individuals for future roles and responsibilities within the organization, improve performance, and drive career growth.

Compensation Information:

$120k-$160k

About Illinois Tool Works

ITW is an industrial manufacturing company that specializes in the fields of industrial machinery, engineering, operations, sales, marketing, finance, and accounting. It's in deep-sea oil rigs, aerospace technology, bridges and wind turbines, healthcare, the spaces in which they live and work, the cars they drive, and the mobile devices they rely on. It was founded in 1912 and headquartered in Glenview Nas, Illinois.

Illinois Tool Works Careers

Join the dynamic team at Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a global leader in diversified manufacturing, where innovation and excellence drive us forward. ITW offers unparalleled job opportunities, fostering a culture of growth and leadership in the industry.

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Whether you're seeking an internship, a graduate opportunity, or a seasoned professional position, ITW offers a range of career paths across various departments. Our team benefits from a supportive and diverse working environment where every member’s contribution is valued.

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Join a team where innovation leads to revolutionary solutions in industries worldwide. At ITW, you will work alongside industry experts to develop new ideas and strategies that keep us at the forefront of technological advancements. Your career at ITW will be marked by a continuous journey of growth and leadership.

Develop Your Skills

With ITW’s commitment to professional development and diversity training, you will enhance your skills through targeted training programs and workshops. These opportunities not only boost your career but also ensure you stay competitive in the job market.

Be Part of Our Culture

ITW is dedicated to building a culture that respects and embraces diversity, encourages innovation, and fosters leadership. Our team is our greatest asset, and we believe in providing them with the benefits and resources they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

Networking and Professional Growth

Expand your professional network through ITW’s global presence and collaborative work environment. Engage with professionals across different sectors, gaining insights that can lead to significant career advancements. Our networking events and professional groups help you connect with key industry leaders and peers.

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Learn more about Illinois Tool Works
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$68.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$12.5 billion
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