Production Manager

Lee Hecht Harrison

Bolingbrook, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$95,000–$110,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Automation, Chemical Processes, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Disability Insurance, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Facilities and Maintenance, Human Resources Customer Service, Identify Issues, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Metrics, OSHA, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Plant Management, Preventative Maintenance, Process Improvement, Process Manufacturing, Production Control, Production Management, Production Schedule, Productivity Management, Regulations, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping/Receiving, State Laws and Regulations, Succession Planning, Supply Chain, Team Lead/Manager, Workforce Management
LOCATION
Bolingbrook, IL
POSTED
9 days ago

Production Manager

Position Summary

The Production Manager oversees plant production operations, including blending, filling, shipping/receiving, raw material handling, inventory control, maintenance coordination, and safety compliance. This role is responsible for driving operational efficiency, leading production teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily production activities, scheduling, and workforce management.

  • Drive safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Monitor production performance, inventory levels, and operational metrics.

  • Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company standards.

  • Oversee preventative maintenance and facility support activities.

  • Develop employees through training, coaching, and succession planning.

  • Support automation, process improvement, and plant technology initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • 7+ years of manufacturing experience within a chemical or process manufacturing environment.

  • 3+ years of leadership experience managing production teams.

  • Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes, safety regulations, and production equipment.

  • Experience with ERP systems, production reporting, and inventory management.

Salary Range: $95,000-$110,000

Benefits:

  • Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance

  • 401(k) offering

  • Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)

  • Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Pay Details: $95,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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