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Posted 22 July, 2026

Operations Manager

LHH US
Marengo, IL, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Operations Manager

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Operations Manager to lead two manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, and distribution facilities. This role will be responsible for optimizing operations, developing high-performing teams, improving safety and quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across a growing multi-site network.

What You'll Do
  • Lead and develop site leadership teams across multiple locations.
  • Drive operational performance in warehousing, production, assembly, inventory management, shipping, and distribution.
  • Establish and implement standardized processes, KPIs, and best practices across all facilities.
  • Manage budgets, labor utilization, inventory performance, and operational efficiencies.
  • Ensure customer delivery expectations, production goals, and service levels are consistently achieved.
  • Champion Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement programs.
  • Build a culture focused on safety, accountability, employee engagement, and operational excellence.
  • Partner with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, Finance, and HR teams to support business objectives.
  • Utilize data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for growth, cost reduction, and productivity improvements.
  • Support facility expansions, integration efforts, and strategic operational initiatives.
  • Travel required between facilities in two different states
What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience leading multi-site manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution operations.
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing managers and building successful teams.
  • Experience driving operational improvements through Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, labor costs, and performance metrics.
  • Knowledge of inventory management, supply chain operations, and customer fulfillment processes.
  • Experience using ERP, WMS, and other operational systems.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Salary Range: $150,000-$165,000

Benefits:
  • Bonus Offered
  • Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance
  • 401(k) offering
  • Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)
  • Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.
LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment-and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn't a perfect match.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Pay Details: $150,000.00 to $165,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Matthew Kryca

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

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  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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