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Plant Manager

Job in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listing for: Bucher Hydraulics GmbH
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-22
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Production Manager, Operations Manager, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead all production operations and performance for the facility. This role is responsible for ensuring safe operations, delivering high-quality products on time, and continuously improving manufacturing processes. The Plant Manager will work closely with supervisors and cross-functional teams to strengthen operational execution, improve productivity, and develop future leaders. This position is ideal for a manufacturing leader who enjoys solving operational challenges, building structure and accountability, and driving continuous improvement.

You will

  • Lead and manage daily production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles to drive productivity, improve O.E.E., and reduce waste.
  • Maintain and improve a clean, safe, and organized work environment, adhering to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
  • Monitor departmental performance and collaborate with supervisors to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure alignment across departments such as Production, Materials, Shipping/Receiving, Service (RMA), and Production Control to meet customer demand and on-time delivery goals.
  • Oversee operational budgeting, labor planning, and cost control within the scope of production operations.
  • Provide input to support workflow optimization and future capacity planning in partnership with Engineering.
  • Hire, train, mentor, and lead direct reports with a strong focus on performance management, timely evaluations, and clear, measurable annual goals.
  • Hold team members accountable to performance expectations while actively developing future leaders and strengthening bench talent across the production organization.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement within the department’s process.
  • Attend training sessions to continue professional growth and development
Your Skills
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • 5–7 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with machining operations
  • Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Quality Management Systems
  • Proficiency with quality and process improvement tools, including Lean, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Demonstrated leadership, facilitation, and hands‑on problem‑solving capabilities
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization
  • Proven ability to manage projects, maintain an organized and proactive schedule, prioritize competing demands, and drive accountability within cross‑functional teams
We offer you
  • Annual PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Full Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, accident, HSA, and FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Opportunities for further development and training
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