at Insight Global, LLC 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.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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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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