Operations Manager - Precision Machining (Schaumburg)

A well-established and growing manufacturing company in the western suburbs of Chicago is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead daily plant operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, scheduling, and team performance. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and has a strong background managing people, processes, and production performance.ResponsibilitiesOversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and on-time deliveryLead and develop production supervisors, leads, and plant personnelDrive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and operational excellenceMonitor production schedules and coordinate with planning, engineering, and quality teamsEnsure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and manufacturing proceduresAnalyze KPIs, production metrics, downtime, and labor utilization to improve plant performanceSupport hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of operations staffCollaborate with leadership on strategic operational goals and capacity planningTroubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actionsMaintain strong communication across departments to support customer expectations and production goalsQualifications5+ years of operations or manufacturing management experienceStrong leadership background in a manufacturing environmentExperience managing production teams, supervisors, and plant operationsKnowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational metricsAbility to drive accountability and improve plant performanceStrong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsExperience with machining, metal manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial production environments is preferredCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive compensation based on experienceFull benefits packageStable and growing company environmentLong-term career growth opportunityThis is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operations leader looking to make a significant impact within a growing manufacturing organization.