Plant Manager

Plant Manager

Company: JSK Recruiting, Inc.

Location: Bridgeview, IL

Shift: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday

Salary: $110,000 – $140,000 + Bonus

Contact: Call or text

We’re looking for a working Plant Manager to lead a skilled team in a family‑owned shop producing high‑precision, custom‑machined parts. This is a hands‑on role where your deep knowledge of CNC programming will help drive workflow, quality, and productivity on the floor.

You’ll oversee a tight‑knit team of 15 employees, helping schedule jobs, troubleshoot programming issues, and manage day‑to‑day production. With no corporate bureaucracy and a real focus on craftsmanship, this is an ideal role for someone who enjoys both leading and doing—while keeping quality and deadlines on track.

• Lead and supervise the daily operations of a 15‑person machine shop team
• Serve as the go‑to technical lead for CNC programming in G‑Code
• Manage job scheduling, prioritize workflow, and ensure on‑time delivery
• Support quoting and estimating by reviewing technical prints and requirements
• Troubleshoot machining issues and provide real‑time solutions on the floor
• Work closely with material suppliers, internal teams, and customers when needed
• Track shop performance and maintain standards for safety, quality, and productivity
• Ensure team members are trained, supported, and performing at high levels
• Maintain documentation and production data within the ERP system

• BS degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field – OR 5+ years of CNC leadership experience in a machining environment
• Deep understanding of CNC machining and G‑Code programming
• Prior machine shop leadership experience
• Skilled in scheduling and managing workflow in a custom job shop
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings
• ERP system experience and strong computer literacy (Excel, Word)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable leading by example and coaching a high‑performing team

• Family‑owned business with decades of industry experience and employee loyalty
• Hands‑on, no‑red‑tape environment
  —decisions are made quickly, and your voice matters
• Diverse custom work across high‑spec industries like aerospace and food manufacturing
• Competitive salary and bonus potential
• Great work‑life balance with 1st shift hours
• Opportunity to shape how the shop operates and improve performance daily

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management

Apply today to help shape the future of a shop that still values quality, craftsmanship, and common sense.