Operations ManagerAegis Worldwide • Addison, IL, United States
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Operations Manager
Aegis Worldwide • Addison, IL, United States
9 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionLead, coach, and develop a team of 40–50 employees, including supervisors, technicians, and operators. Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Project Management to align operational execution with business goals. Support workforce planning, training, and performance management initiatives. Ensure adherence to ISO, UL, OSHA, and other applicable regulatory standards. Champion defect reduction and root cause analysis to improve product reliability. Promote and maintain safety and quality as top operational priorities. Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime. Identify and implement automation and cost-saving opportunities across production areas. Standardize manufacturing procedures and documentation for efficiency and scalability. Lead safety initiatives to ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and environmental regulations. Conduct regular safety audits, enforce PPE requirements, and lead incident investigations. Promote a proactive safety culture across all production teams. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field. 6+ years of experience in electrical distribution equipment manufacturing (switchgear, switchboards, circuit breakers, transformers, etc.). Proven track record managing engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturing operations. Demonstrated leadership in fabrication, assembly, and testing environments. Strong proficiency with ERP / MRP systems (NetSuite preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Experience applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve efficiency and quality. Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills. Direct experience with switchgear manufacturing. Background with leading competitors or similar organizations in power distribution equipment. Hands-on, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset. Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and long-term commitment. Effective communicator who can engage teams and foster collaboration across departments. Salary Range : $150,000–$180,000 (higher for exceptional candidates) Bonus : Up to 20% annual performance bonus Schedule : Monday–Friday, 7 : 00 AM–5 : 00 PM; occasional Saturdays as needed Travel : Minimal, primarily local
Position Title : Operations Manager
Location : Addison, IL
Reports To : Vice President of Operations
About the Role
The Operations Manager will lead all aspects of manufacturing operations for a growing electrical distribution equipment manufacturer. This role oversees fabrication, assembly, and testing functions to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production of custom-engineered electrical power solutions. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise, operational excellence experience, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced, engineer-to-order (ETO) environment.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Management
- Oversee daily fabrication, assembly, and testing operations to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Manage shipping, receiving, materials flow, and inventory control.
- Track and analyze KPIs related to output, quality, cost, and delivery performance.
- Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
Leadership
Quality & Compliance
Process & Equipment Optimization
Safety & Environmental Compliance
Qualifications
Required :
Preferred :
Key Attributes for Success
Compensation & Schedule
Why Join
This is a key leadership opportunity with a growing organization that has a strong project backlog through next year and beyond. The company offers stability, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on operational excellence, quality, and customer satisfaction.
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