GIC Manufacturing

365 East Prairie Street

Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Plant Manager

We are looking for a hands-on manager for our growing manufacturing plant in Crystal Lake. This is a smaller facility with the potential to continue growing under the leadership of the right person. If you are looking for a challenge in a company where everyone knows your name, this could be the place for you.

WHAT WE WILL ASK YOU TO DO:

• Ensure that production standards are met.
• Work with Lead Engineer to ensure production standards are met.
• Meet and lead a team of supervisors and assembly workers.
• Communicate with VP of Operations and any affected parties any issues or delays in manufacturing parts.
• Establish standards and controls while maintaining optimum production output.
• Effective and efficient utilization of people resources.
• Oversee selection and career management of production employees, striving to retain high quality individuals.
• Maintain a positive working environment for employees.
• Monitor, evaluate and be responsible for the overall operations, responding and reporting to the VP of Operations for any emergencies that occur.
• Oversee the effective documentation and implementation of the quality management system to assure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements and standards set by corporate policies.
• Work with sales and customer service teams on new orders to ensure the plant’s capabilities and the correct raw materials are used.
• Work with VP of Operations to ensure the profitability of parts that need to be examined due to marginal pricing.
• Assist VP of Operations with fostering growth.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Ability to make timely decisions regarding complex matters.
• Exhibit sound and accurate judgement while providing reasons for decisions.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong record of developing future leaders.
• Great at building relationships.
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent knowledge of safety and OSHA safety requirements.
• Lean manufacturing experience a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail.

DEMANDS OF THIS POSITION:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Could require some work during off hours.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Competitive compensation package based on education and experience.
• Full health care benefits including dental and vision.
• Paid time off.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Constant emphasis on being safe.

GIC Manufacturing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.