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Operations Manager (Addison)Aegis Worldwide • Addison, IL, US
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Operations Manager (Addison)

Operations Manager (Addison)

Aegis Worldwide • Addison, IL, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

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

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of 4050 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.
  • Quality & Compliance

  • 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.
  • Process & Equipment Optimization

  • 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.
  • Safety & Environmental Compliance

  • 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.
  • Qualifications

    Required :

  • Bachelors 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.
  • Preferred :

  • Direct experience with switchgear manufacturing.
  • Background with leading competitors or similar organizations in power distribution equipment.
  • Key Attributes for Success

  • 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.
  • Compensation & Schedule

  • Salary Range : $150,000$180,000 (higher for exceptional candidates)
  • Bonus : Up to 20% annual performance bonus
  • Schedule : MondayFriday, 7 : 00 AM5 : 00 PM; occasional Saturdays as needed
  • Travel : Minimal, primarily local
  • 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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