Field Operations Manager

Field Operations Manager at Kelly Field Operations Manager at Kelly in Loves Park, Illinois Posted in 11 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Kelly, in partnership with a rapidly growing manufacturer, is looking for an Operations Support Manager in Rockford, IL! Our client is looking for a candidate with a heavy CNC background who is comfortable traveling up to 40% of the time domestically and internationally. This is a permanent opportunity offering unbeatable benefits, vacation, compensation, and 401k!

Details:

Hours:

7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday -

Friday Compensation:

$125,000 - $145,000 plus quarterly bonuses 401k plus match up to $10,000

Location:

Rockford, IL with domestic and international travel required •Please note, extensive CNC experience is required•

Job Description:

Operations Leadership & Execution Supervise, mentor, and develop a diverse team of 20-30 technical staff (technicians, engineers, support personnel). Oversee day-to-day shop floor operations to ensure consistent productivity, efficiency, and adherence to quality standards. Provide regular KPI-driven operational performance updates and risk assessments to Senior Operations Management. Establish, implement, and enforce best-in-class operational processes aligned with corporate objectives. Foster a culture focused on accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Technical Expertise & CNC Support Serve as the technical authority on all CNC machine tools for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and advanced operational support. Leverage hands-on CNC expertise to guide and mentor team members in complex problem resolution. Maintain current knowledge of both legacy and state-of-the-art machine tool systems, including controls and automation. Collaborate with Engineering on root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions for recurring equipment issues. Operational Efficiency & Continuous Improvement Identify, analyze, and optimize processes to enhance machine uptime, operational response times, and cost efficiency. Act on data-driven insights to implement corrective measures and standardization best practices. Lead continuous improvement, waste reduction, and productivity enhancement initiatives. Support and drive strategic projects in line with operational excellence and long-term business growth.

Requirements:

Hands on CNC troubleshooting, advanced diagnostics, setup, and operations experience. Expertise of machine tools, industrial equipment, and manufacturing processes. 7+ years of experience managing teams of 20 - 30 employees. Technical or Bachelors Degree strongly preferred Ability to travel up to 40% of the time domestically and internationally. This is an immediate opening, apply now!