CI Manager- Manufacturing Excellence

CI Manager- Manufacturing Excellence

As a key member of the leadership team at our Chicago Heights facility, the CI Manager- Manufacturing Excellence will lead the charge in driving operational excellence, elevating product quality, and fostering a culture of safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement. This strategic role is instrumental in shaping site performance and culture through the lens of ITW's Business Model and Leadership Competencies.

This high-impact role will drive measurable results and foster a mindset of excellence across all levels. As part of ITW's decentralized business model and proprietary operating framework, this leader will identify and implement sustainable improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen compliance with safety and quality systems.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence (40%)

• Lead site-wide initiatives using ITW's proprietary business model and toolbox to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and execute a site-level roadmap for operational excellence aligned with plant goals and ITW's 80 / 20 principles.
• Collaborate with R&D and Operations to support new product development and stage gate processes, including control plans and FMEAs.
• Build sustainable systems and KPIs to monitor progress and ensure visibility of results.
• Coach and empower teams to foster problem-solving, accountability, and innovation.
• Influence change through data-driven insights, collaboration, and strategic communication.

Quality Systems Leadership (30%)

Safety & Compliance (20%)

Talent Development & Culture Building (10%)

Qualifications

Physical Demands & Work Environment

On-site role in manufacturing facility environment.

This is a Full-Time Exempt position

Salary $95,000 $130,000 annually

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.