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at Insight Global in Plainfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description

• Bachelor's degree OR significant manufacturing and management experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Prior Plant Manager experience preferred, but strong production/manufacturing leaders ready for a first Plant Manager opportunity will be considered.
• Proven ability to lead small teams, build trust, and gain employee buy-in.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing plant budgets, inventory, procurement, and operations.
• Strong operational knowledge and Lean manufacturing experience.
• Ability to coach and develop employees while holding teams accountable.
• Proficiency with Excel and general computer skills.
• Ability to navigate difficult conversations and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with Product Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Corporate Procurement.

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• Lead all day-to-day plant operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Manage a small team consisting of operators, a supervisor, and a product engineer.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean principles and operational metrics.
• Oversee budgeting, inventory management, purchasing, and production planning.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management since Flexstorm products are customized and made-to-order.
• Participate in bi-weekly/monthly meetings with Corporate Procurement regarding materials and supplier management.
• Ensure production schedules, customer commitments, and inventory levels are aligned.
• Continue building and maintaining the strong safety culture established at the facility.
• Develop employees, improve accountability, and strengthen leadership across the operation.
• Support assembly and production processes involving filter bags, metal tubing, light welding, and light assembly work.
• Monitor procurement lead times and stay ahead of material ordering to support business growth.
• Act as the primary operational leader responsible for overall plant performance and business results.

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