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🌟 Plant Production Manager – Quincy, IL

About the Role:

A global brand is seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Production Manager to lead operations at our high-performing facility in the Quincy, IL area.

As Plant Production Manager, you will guide and support a dedicated, long-tenured team while driving continuous improvement, production excellence, and a safety-first culture.

This is a highly visible leadership role with strong career growth potential into larger operational leadership roles within our network.

Plant Production Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coach the production team (30+ employees) to meet customer, quality, and safety goals.
• Oversee and adjust production schedules to meet changing customer demands.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by driving Lean Six Sigma methodologies and OEE best practices.
• Lead strategic initiatives to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and eliminate production bottlenecks.
• Collaborate closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Sales teams.
• Build and analyze production metrics in Microsoft Power BI to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Support ISO and regulatory compliance (MSHA, IEPA) and maintain strong relationships with auditors and inspectors.
• Manage raw material inventory and coordinate with supply chain partners to ensure seamless operations.
• Foster a respectful, forward-thinking, and engaging work environment that empowers employees and drives innovation.

Plant Production Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 5–10+ years of plant leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (chemical, plastics, rubber, minerals preferred).
• Proven expertise in Continuous Improvement, Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt certification strongly preferred).
• Hands-on experience implementing and using OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) to drive production improvements.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Power BI (building and analyzing reports) and Oracle EBS or similar ERP systems.
• Track record of leading positive cultural change within a stable, long-tenured workforce.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, collaborative approach to safety and regulatory compliance.

Plant Production Manager Benefits:

• A high-performing plant with an excellent reputation internally and externally.
• A clear path for career advancement within our global operations.
• A supportive, forward-thinking leadership environment that embraces new ideas.
• Competitive salary, full benefits, and relocation assistance (if needed).
• A commitment to employee engagement, professional development, and innovation.

🚀 Ready to lead a team at one of the top facilities in the region?

Apply today and join our mission to deliver innovation, quality, and sustainability to the world!

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 159102

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