Engineering Jobs in Waterman, IL

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations in a manufacturing facility focused on industrial equipment. This role involves managing production to ensure high-quality output, safety, and efficiency while leading teams and driving improvements. It offers opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment dedicated to innovation in the manufacturing sector.

• Anticipate $140,000 - $190,000, BOE
• Benefits include: Health, Vision, Dental, 401K w/ match
• Additional perks: Structured bonus, vacation, PTO
• Onsite, Sycamore, IL area

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations to ensure timely, cost-effective production
• Develop schedules and monitor processes to minimize downtime
• Lead and train teams, fostering safety and accountability
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate on quality control and implement continuous improvement methods
• Manage budgets, inventory, and equipment maintenance
• Generate reports and analyze data for performance insights

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
• Relevant certifications in manufacturing management or Lean Six Sigma (a plus)
• 10+ years in plant or production management, preferably in manufacturing
• Proven team leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality, and safety
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and manufacturing software

Keywords: Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Six Sigma, Production Management, Safety Compliance, Quality Control, Industrial Engineering, Process Optimization, ERP Systems, ISO Certification

EEO

Aegis is seeking a Thermoforming Manager to join our client's organization in Dekalb, IL. The ideal candidate has the following skills and experience:

• 4+ years of experience working in a plant leadership type of position
• Industry; plastics packaging, or manufacturing related.
• Experience with daily production control & implementing new ideas for production control.
• Thermoforming process management experience
• Sheet heat zones, plus assist timing, vacuum/pressure, cooling.
• Experience troubleshooting and planning out common issues within the packaging process – webbing, thin corners, haze, warpage or trim.
• Experience with quality and regulatory compliance
• Assisting in audits
• Tracking mold performance and cycles
• Leading the team on root cause analysis for scrap, defects, and customer complaints.
• Leadership – non union plant – 80 hourly folks and 2 supervisors, no supervisor on 3rd shift !
• Experience enforcing safety practices – lockout/tagout, guarding, and hot sheet safety.
• Experience with attendance, performance issues, hiring & firing.
• Experience implementing CI processes. (5S, Lean six sigma)
• Experience tracking OEE, scrap %, yield, downtime and labor efficiency.
• Experience communicating cross functionally with similar sized organizations. And collaborating with sales, engineering, maintenance, QA and other members of plant leadership.

Nice to have:

• Bachelors degree, associates or continued education training.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.