Location: Rockford, IL (onsite)
Salary: $130K to 140k
Job summary: :
The Senior Manager of Operations will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all operational activities related to the manufacturing of machine tools, service, parts, rebuilds & retrofits and machine maintenance. The primary objective is to ensure efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery of products, while optimizing processes, resources, and costs. The role will also be a key driver of continuous improvement and innovation, working closely with technical, quality, and supply chain departments.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the entire production process, from planning to delivery.
- Coordinate production, logistics, maintenance, and warehouse departments.
- Monitor production KPIs (efficiency, scrap rate, cycle time, OEE).
- Collaborate with the engineering team on new product industrialization.
- Implement lean manufacturing methodologies.
- Manage the operations budget and monitor manufacturing costs.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and industry regulations.
- Develop team capabilities and promote a performance- and collaboration-oriented culture.
- Support digitalization and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
- Interface with strategic suppliers and external partners for critical activities.
Requirements:
- Degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Management Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- At least 8-10 years of experience in similar roles within manufacturing companies, preferably in machine tools or complex mechanical systems.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, assembly, testing).
- Proven experience in implementing lean manufacturing systems.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and digital manufacturing tools.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and result-oriented mindset.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.