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Hours Full-time
Location Rockford, Illinois

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Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

  • Well-established, family-owned manufacturing company with over 100 years of industry experience.
  • Part of a larger, financially stable industrial organization with multiple locations and approximately $200 million in annual revenue.
  • Midwest-based manufacturing operation with plans to expand its presence in the aerospace industry over the next 2–3 years.

 

Job Description

·         Oversee day-to-day operations at two small manufacturing facilities

·         Manage 7 direct reports, including 3 Production Supervisors, and 90 indirect employees

·         Assume full P&L responsibility and manage CAPEX projects while driving lean and continuous improvement initiatives

·         Lead product launches and ensure effective training, coaching, and on-time delivery

·         Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and resolve operational issues

·         Manage Plant 1 processes including CNC Machining, Forging, Welding & Fabrication, and Plant 2 operations encompassing powder coating and assembly

 

 

Key Requirements

·         Strong background in machining (milling/turning), forging, or welding/fabrication is preferred

·         Solid expertise in lean and Six Sigma methodologies

·         BS degree preferred

 

 

Additional Information

·         All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

·         All applications must be accompanied by a resume and contact information

·         Please forward your resume to Tommy Berry reference job #11004TB

\nCompany Description

Since 1973, Search Masters has been a leader in Northeast Ohio in Executive Search and professional placement. Specializing in the Engineering and Manufacturing Industries, Search Masters has carved a niche in placing industrial engineers, manufacturing engineers, manufacturing managers, plant managers, operations professionals, and other functional roles such as IT, Sales, Marketing, and Accounting. Search Master's knowledgeable and dedicated employment counselors, proprietary software solution, and proven system make this firm an excellent business partner for anyone in Northeast Ohio looking to add talent or take the next step in their career.

Company Description

Since 1973, Search Masters has been a leader in Northeast Ohio in Executive Search and professional placement. Specializing in the Engineering and Manufacturing Industries, Search Masters has carved a niche in placing industrial engineers, manufacturing engineers, manufacturing managers, plant managers, operations professionals, and other functional roles such as IT, Sales, Marketing, and Accounting. Search Master's knowledgeable and dedicated employment counselors, proprietary software solution, and proven system make this firm an excellent business partner for anyone in Northeast Ohio looking to add talent or take the next step in their career.

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Posting ID: 1305118228 Posted: 2026-11-01 Job Title: Manufacturing Manager Tb