Plant Manager

Plant Manager | Packaging Operations, Leadership & Production Excellence (Lead full plant operations across production, maintenance, quality, and personnel in a high-volume packaging manufacturing environment.)

Location: Bolingbrook, IL ⏰ Schedule: Monday–Saturday | 24/6 Production Environment (as needed) Salary: $150,000–$195,000/year

Role Summary:

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Plant Manager for a full-time, direct hire opportunity in Bolingbrook, IL. This role oversees all plant operations in a fast-paced paper converting and packaging manufacturing environment, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets are consistently met while driving profitability and operational excellence.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for aligning shop floor execution with business strategy.

️ Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum:

• 5–10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations
• strong background in paper converting, folding cartons, or packaging manufacturing
• Experience managing plant operations, teams, and production performance
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Amtech, Encore, etc.)
• strong understanding of quality systems, compliance, and regulatory standards

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
• strong financial acumen (budgeting, cost control, CAPEX planning)
• Hands-on leadership style with ability to drive accountability

Work Environment:

• High-volume manufacturing facility (24/6 operations)
• Fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Combination of office leadership and floor presence (“walk-the-floor” style)
• Exposure to machinery, noise, and industrial operations

Compensation & Benefits:

• $150K–$195K salary
• Direct hire executive-level opportunity
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) + HSA
• PTO + Paid Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance + STD/LTD
• strong leadership culture with long-term growth potential

Text “Plant Manager Bolingbrook” to 847-576-4085 to apply or request more info!

 

salary: $150,000 - $195,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 6 AM - 4 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day plant operations including sheeting, printing, die-cutting, and folding/gluing
• Drive production efficiency, uptime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Oversee preventative and predictive maintenance programs to minimize downtime
• Manage plant budgets, labor, materials, and overall P&L performance
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, and food safety regulations
• Lead quality initiatives including GMP, HACCP, CAPA, and QMS systems
• Support audit readiness for SQF, BRCGS, and customer audits
• Implement continuous improvement strategies (Lean, Six Sigma, waste reduction)
• Maintain full traceability of materials and production processes
• Recruit, train, and develop plant personnel and leadership teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, and corporate leadership
• Maintain a strong safety culture with focus on zero incidents

SkillsCAPAFDAQMS systemsSQFManagingHACCPPlant ManagerDirector Of Operationsdie-cuttingsheetingprintingBRCGScustomer auditswaste reductionSix SigmaLean
QualificationsYears of experience: 7 yearsExperience level: Manager
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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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