TekPro is hiring: Plant Manager / Assistant GM - Welding & Assembly in Franklin

Location: Franklin Park, IL

Company Overview: Join our dynamic and growing manufacturing company specializing in the production of construction vehicles, with an annual revenue of $25 million. Located in Franklin Park, IL, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products to our customers while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.

Position Overview: We are seeking a seasoned Plant Manager / Assistant General Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Franklin Park. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient production of our construction vehicles, overseeing day-to-day operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing plant operations in a manufacturing environment, with strong leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Management: Oversee all aspects of plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, and supply chain management. Ensure that production targets are met while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors, production staff, and other plant personnel. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork.

• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategies that drive operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity. Participate in long-term planning and goal setting for the plant.

• Budget Management: Manage plant budgets, including labor, materials, and overhead costs. Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed to meet budgetary goals.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies. Promote a safe working environment by implementing and enforcing safety programs and protocols.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization. Utilize lean manufacturing principles and other best practices.

• Customer Focus: Work closely with sales, customer service, and product development teams to ensure customer needs are met. Drive initiatives to improve product quality and delivery times.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA or similar) is preferred.

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a plant management or similar leadership role. Experience in the construction vehicle or heavy equipment manufacturing industry is highly desirable.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex operations and lead cross-functional teams.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Proficiency in using manufacturing software and Microsoft Office Suite.