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Production Manager
Voortman Steel Machinery —Monee, IL
- $70,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Supervising experience
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Gotion, Inc. —Manteno, IL
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Engineering
- Mid-level
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Gotion, Inc. —Manteno, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Production Specialist
Stepan Company —Elwood, IL
- $86,000 - $116,000 a year
- On call
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
Production Manager
Gotion, Inc. —Manteno, IL
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
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Production Planner
Voortman Steel Machinery —Monee, IL
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Associate's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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- $125,000 - $165,000 a year
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- 8 years
- Senior level
- Leadership
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Production Manager

Voortman Steel Machinery -
Monee, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $110,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flextime
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Team leadership
Coaching
Performance management strategy
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
Manufacturing facility experience
Team development
Mechanical drawings
Employee attendance management
Supervising experience
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing manufacturing teams
Productivity software
Workforce management
Manufacturing company experience
Mechanical troubleshooting
Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description

What are you going to do?

The Production Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the daily operations of the Assembly, Material Handling, and Test departments to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely production of high-quality equipment. This role drives operational performance by focusing on safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost while developing a highly engaged workforce and promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily production operations across Assembly, Material Handling, and Test departments.
Ensure production goals are met safely, efficiently, and in alignment with customer requirements and business objectives.
Partner with the Production Director to develop and execute production strategies and operational plans.
Build, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce through coaching, performance management, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
Foster a positive work environment that encourages employee engagement, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
Promote and enforce compliance with all company policies, safety procedures, and OSHA regulations.
Lead safety initiatives, conduct incident investigations, implement corrective actions, and support a proactive safety culture.
Ensure employees receive the training, tools, and resources needed to perform their work safely and effectively.
Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives focused on throughput, efficiency, quality, and overall manufacturing performance.
Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs)
Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to resolve production and operational challenges.
Collaborate with Production Planning and Supply Chain teams to ensure adequate staffing, materials, equipment, and production capacity are available to meet schedules and customer demand.
Oversee resource allocation to maximize productivity and operational efficiency.
Support ongoing quality improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing operation.
Maintain an organized, efficient, and productive manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or equivalent manufacturing leadership experience.
Experience with machinery assembly, fabrication, hydraulics, electrical systems, or automated equipment

3+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
Experience leading teams building mechanical, electrical, industrial equipment, machinery, or heavy equipment.
Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to manage employee performance, attendance, and workforce development.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, BOMs, and production schedules.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, 24Flow, or similar)

We offer

Flextime policy
Paid Time Off (i.e., PTO) that can be used as it’s accrued
Paid Holidays effective date of hire
Medical insurance (i.e., three plans available, PPO, HMO*, and PPO with HSA) effective date of hire
Dental care
Vision care
100% Voortman USA LLC paid life insurance
Additional voluntary life insurance option
100% Voortman USA LLC paid short-term disability
50/50 premium split between Voortman USA LLC and employee for long-term disability (i.e., LTD)
401K plan available with Company contribution

About Voortman

Join Voortman

As part of a global organization headquartered in the Netherlands with more than 750 employees worldwide, Voortman offers the opportunity to collaborate across international teams, gain exposure to global expertise, and build a career within a well-established and innovative leader in the steel processing industry.

Having recently moved into our new, state-of-the-art production facility and offices, Voortman is entering an exciting new phase of growth in the United States. This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to expanding our presence across North America, enhancing our capabilities, and delivering even greater value to our customers. As we scale our operations, we are rapidly growing our team and actively seeking talented, driven individuals who are eager to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. This is a unique opportunity to join Voortman at a pivotal moment and play a key role in shaping the future of our U.S. operations.

Be part of our next chapter. Grow with Voortman.

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