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Position Title: Director of Manufacturing

Reports to: Head of Operations

Role Description

The Director of Manufacturing will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the daily operations of the manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and ensuring the smooth operation of all activities within the plant, with an emphasis on maintaining high productivity, efficiency, safety, and the highest quality standards. The Director of Manufacturing will collaborate with various departments, which include Product Development, Marketing and Accounting, in support of all commercial and financial objectives. Departments under Director of Manufacturing’s direct leadership include production, quality control, maintenance, and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of engineers, technicians, and production staff in eyewear frame manufacturing to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Develop and implement strategies to improve product quality, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency.

• Partner with design and product development team to transition new frame designs into scalable, stable production.

• Manage day-to-day operations of in-house frame manufacturing.

• Manage capital projects and equipment upgrades to enhance production capabilities and support scaling initiatives.

• Champion a culture of craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Product Engineering & Product Development Support

• Develop industry standards and provide DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback during early design phases, influencing materials, tolerances, and construction methods for new eyewear frames.

• Translate product design into production-ready engineering documentation, including drawings, BOMs, specifications, and process routings.

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and product designers to develop innovative solutions for frame construction, hinge integration, and surface finishing.

• Assist in the technical training of product development and production staff on new materials and processes.

• Document, standardize, and improve processes across machining, shaping, assembly, and finishing operations.

• Introduce and sustain lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve quality, and shorten lead times.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for process and product issues.

• Maintain equipment capability and recommend capital investments in manufacturing technology. • Implement measurement and inspection methods for critical-to-quality features. Operational Excellence

• Develop metrics for yield, cycle time, and productivity to develop consistent, manual master planning for more predictable production throughput.

• Coordinate with supply chain and vendor partners on components and outsourced processes (e.g., plating, coatings, laser engraving).

• Team Leadership: Successfully manages the manufacturing, quality control, and industrial design teams, comprised of a skilled labor pool of exempt and non-exempt employees. Direct and lead the team with clear priorities and goals in support of broader business initiatives and to ensure quality, efficiency and collaboration at all times. Actively develops supervisors and leads to engage and motivate the workforce. Provides ongoing training/support for continuous skill development.
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate existing processes to enhance output; leverage industry expertise as well as manufacturing background to implement the most efficient manufacturing solutions for eyewear production. Identify and implement new technologies, and systems to enhance resource use and streamline operations. Constantly strive to improve the operation in support of business goals and market needs (quality, cost, efficiency, timeliness etc.)
• Equipment & Machinery Oversight: Strong knowledge of specialized equipment and machinery, with the ability to diagnose, repair, and source parts, especially in collaboration with the Maintenance Manager.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with executive leadership and other departments to achieve organizational goals and ensure operational efficiency. Key stakeholders include Product Development, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing
• Alignment with Business Plan: Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure manufacturing plans meet the expectations of the business (ie: COGS, timing, quality etc).
• Budget Mgt and Cost Control: Establish appropriate annual plans and budgets in support of production forecasts and actively manage labor and raw material costs to ensure targets are met. Sets the foundation for growth, scalability and profitability in the manufacturing center.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Engineering, or other industry-related field required; MBA preferred  At least ten years of manufacturing experience
• Prior experience leading teams and managing complex initiatives

Position Details

• Full-time onsite position based at our Vernon Hills, IL Headquarters

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Director, Indirect Procurement to join their team. You will lead a large, enterprise-wide spend portfolio. This is a highly visible role for a procurement leader who thrives in hands-on, stakeholder-facing environments and brings deep expertise across transportation, logistics, facilities, and utilities categories. This position offers the opportunity to shape strategy while remaining closely embedded in the business—working directly with executive leadership, plant operations, and cross-functional partners to drive value, resilience, and long-term capability.

The Opportunity:

The Director of Indirect Procurement will own and lead a $1B+ annual indirect spend portfolio, with primary emphasis on:

• Transportation and logistics (3PL – over-the-road and ocean).
• Warehousing and distribution services.
• Utilities, facilities, and site services.

This leader will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that balance cost, service, risk, and scalability across a multi-site manufacturing and operations footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across transportation, logistics, warehousing, utilities, facilities, and related indirect categories.
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior executives and site leadership, ensuring procurement is fully embedded in core business decisions.
• Drive total cost of ownership improvements while maintaining service continuity and supply assurance.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations and long-term contractual strategies across domestic and international providers.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships that enable innovation, flexibility, and performance improvement.
• Partner closely with operations, finance, engineering, and HR to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Develop and manage annual value creation targets, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement governance, policies, and standards are consistently applied across the organization.

Leadership & Talent Development:

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing indirect procurement team.
• Play an active role in hiring, onboarding, and succession planning for procurement talent.
• Establish clear performance expectations, development plans, and engagement rhythms.
• Foster a hands-on, collaborative culture that values accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a primary procurement interface to executive leadership and senior business stakeholders.
• Navigate complex, sometimes competing priorities across multiple plants and functions.
• Travel to manufacturing sites, vendors, and key stakeholders as needed (approximately 20–25%; majority of sites located in IL/WI).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Significant, progressive leadership experience in indirect procurement within large, complex organizations.
• Deep expertise in transportation procurement (3PL – over-the-road and ocean), warehousing, utilities, and facilities.
• Proven experience managing and influencing large-scale spend portfolios (approaching or exceeding $1B annually).
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, challenge, and partner at the senior leadership level.
• Hands-on leadership style with a track record of being embedded in the business.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing, industrial, or asset-intensive environments.
• Background in organizations with mature procurement and sourcing functions.
• Exposure to international suppliers and global sourcing strategies.

Compensation Range: $200,000 - $240,000 + 25% Bonus

Benefits Offered: 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Director, Indirect Procurementlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Tool Room Manager – Die Casting to join their team. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who brings deep technical expertise, strong people leadership, and a sense of urgency to supporting manufacturing operations and customer commitments.

The Tool Room Manager will have full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and performance of a multi-shift tool room, overseeing approximately 20–25 skilled tool room professionals. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure tooling readiness, reliability, and continuous improvement.

If you are energized by building relationships with your team, improving processes, and solving real-world manufacturing challenges, this role offers both stability and visibility within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct leadership and oversight of the Tool Room team across shifts, fostering accountability, engagement, and development.
• Drive tooling availability, performance, and cost control to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Plan and prioritize tooling workloads, maintenance, and repairs to meet changing production demands.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean manufacturing principles and 5S.
• Track tooling costs, labor efficiency, and performance metrics; identify opportunities for optimization.
• Support new product introductions, collaborating with cross-functional teams during launch and ramp-up.
• Evaluate and recommend capital equipment, tooling investments, dies, and molds.
• Ensure preventive maintenance programs are executed on dies, molds, and tool room equipment.
• Uphold all quality, safety, environmental, and compliance standards.
• Act as a trusted leader on the floor—coaching, mentoring, and developing talent within the tool room.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, with a strong hands-on presence.
• Die Casting experience is required.
• Experience in metal stamping or injection molding.
• Demonstrated success managing skilled trades or tool room teams.
• Strong working knowledge of tooling processes, tool & die repair/build, and manufacturing best practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and communicate with urgency and clarity.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites within the U.S. on an occasional basis (a few times per year).
• Bilingual English/Spanish is highly preferred.
• Background in Lean manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting automotive or high-volume manufacturing operations.
• CAD/CAM familiarity and strong technical troubleshooting skills.

Compensation Range: $110,000 - $130,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Tool Room Manager looking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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Job Description

Who will you be working with?

You'll be joining Wabtec Bus Solutions, a team driving innovation in Transit Bus & Rail systems, including passenger door systems, wheelchair lifts & ramps, e-Bus charging systems, driver’s protective barriers, and more. We blend technical expertise with deep product knowledge to deliver high-impact solutions for our customers and communities.

How will you make a difference?

As a Manufacturing Engineer II within Wabtec Bus Solutions, you will perform a variety of manufacturing engineering assignments including developing, evaluating and improving manufacturing methods within the industrial plant. Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions. Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, and other considerations to facilitate production processes. Train technical as well as non-technical associations, assist others through moderate to complex tasks and apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential issues while driving solutions.

What do we want to know about you?

You may be a good fit if you have:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year College or university; or three to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, PFMEA ,Gemba events. Experience (6 months or more) in Auto-Cad, or ProE/ Solid Works is required.
• Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning capability
• Must be a self-motivated and a great team worker

What will your typical day look like?

• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Conduct DFMEA sessions to identify and mitigate design risks

What about the physical demands of the job?

• Primarily office-plant based work
• Use a computer for extended periods
• Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds
• Stand, walk, and navigate facilities
• Occasional travel (10%) to customers and manufacturing sites

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $6 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at . Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

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Title - Process Technician

Location – Libertyville, Illinois

Experience – 4 years

Salary – as per the market standard

Job Description:

Mandatory Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in injection molding or mold setup.

• Experience with hydraulic and electric injection molding machines.

• Certifications (Preferred):

• RJG Master Molder I or II

• Forklift Certification

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

• Associate’s degree in Plastics Technology, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Machine Setup & Operation

• Set up molds, machines, and auxiliary equipment for production runs.

• Adjust machine parameters to maintain part quality and meet specifications.

• Start up and shut down molding machines per standard operating procedures.

• Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Diagnose and resolve molding issues such as flash, short shots, or warping.

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on molds and machines.

• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams for complex repairs.

• Quality Assurance

• Inspect molded parts for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Maintain documentation for process control, lot traceability, and corrective actions.

• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for quality issues.

• Process Optimization

• Monitor mold performance and suggest improvements to reduce cycle time and scrap.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing efforts.

• Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols and ensure equipment is operated safely.

• Comply with ISO-13485, FDA CFR/GMP, and other regulatory requirements.

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Purchasing Analyst – Healthcare/Medical Device to join their team. This is a high‑impact opportunity for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys blending data analysis, supplier negotiations, and cross‑functional collaboration. This role offers visibility, autonomy, and the chance to influence cost strategy, supplier performance, and operational efficiency across the organization.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Direct involvement in strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Opportunity to drive cost savings and process improvements.
• Exposure to cross‑functional teams including supply chain, operations, finance, and sales.
• Stable yet evolving environment within healthcare manufacturing and distribution.
• A role that values analytical thinking, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end‑to‑end purchasing activities for products, components, and supplies within a regulated healthcare environment.
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships while leading price, terms, and contract negotiations.
• Analyze purchasing data, historical spend, and market trends to uncover cost‑reduction and risk‑mitigation opportunities.
• Prepare data‑driven insights to support sourcing decisions, supplier selection, and negotiation strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance including pricing accuracy, delivery reliability, and service levels.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure purchasing strategies align with forecasting, inventory, and operational needs.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier data, and reporting metrics.
• Support ongoing improvements in procurement processes, controls, and reporting tools.
• Stay informed on market conditions, supply chain trends, and industry best practices.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Prior experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Previous experience in healthcare, medical device, or similar highly regulated industries.
• Proven ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and supplier agreements.
• Strong analytical mindset with advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems; SAP exposure is a significant plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working across departments.

Compensation Range: $60,000 - $75,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Purchasing Analyst looking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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