Plant Manager

Pretium Engineering
Aurora, IL
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Lead a high-performing manufacturing operation and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Develop teams, improve performance, and deliver exceptional results. Oversee all aspects of plant operations, including production, quality, maintenance, materials management, warehousing, and shipping.

What You Will Do

Provide strategic leadership to the site, ensure safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the facility, and manage all plant operations to meet customer orders on time while meeting quality standards.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can balance strategic thinking with daily operational execution, develop people, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and create a culture where safety, quality, and performance thrive.

Requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field
  • 7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
  • Experience leading large teams in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of production operations, quality systems, maintenance, materials management, and supply chain processes
  • Proven experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and driving operational profitability
  • Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
  • Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Strong emphasis on safety, performance, and continuous improvement
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