Manufacturing Manager

Culligan International•Libertyville, IL

25d•$57,600 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled, data-driven Manufacturing Manager to lead our production operations at Culligan International’s Libertyville, IL facility. In this role, you will oversee the end-to-end assembly, testing, and packaging of our industry-leading water treatment and filtration systems. As a key operational leader, you will partner closely with Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to optimize resources, execute short-term production schedules, and drive a culture of safety and continuous improvement. This is a highly visible role on our shop floor, requiring a hands-on leader who can translate operational data into daily performance.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within a regulated, assembly-oriented, or high-volume environment (e.g., CPG, medical device, electronics, water technology, or similar).
5+ years of direct experience managing production supervisors, team leads, or multi-department operations.
Proven ability to build and interpret reports using Excel and PowerBI; hands-on experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
BSc degree in Engineering, Business Management, Operations, or a related technical field.
This is a fully on-site role at our Libertyville, IL facility.
The operational schedule requires a daily start time of 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM to ensure effective shift hand-offs and early-morning production alignment.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing multi-shift operations supporting 100+ shop floor employees.
Lean Manufacturing certification (Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt).
Experience leading digital transformations, such as deploying new MES, WMS, or automated assembly lines.
Experience with SAP ERP system

Responsibilities

Manage Workflows: Direct daily assembly and production operations to meet 1–2 week build schedules, balancing employee productivity with total build output.
Resource Optimization: Align labor, machinery, and materials to meet delivery targets while managing operational budgets and minimizing waste.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Planning, Supply Chain, and Procurement to align weekly production schedules with inventory requirements and customer demand.
Promote Quality Standards: Collaborate closely with the Quality department to ensure all finished systems meet Culligan's strict engineering and performance specifications.
Drive Lean Initiatives: Apply Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Leverage Digital Tools: Utilize ERP, MRP, and MES systems to monitor workflows; build and analyze performance dashboards using Excel and PowerBI to report on productivity, capacity, and variances.
Lead the Team: Hire, train, and supervise production workers and supervisors, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and inclusive team culture.
Enforce Safety Standards: Champion a proactive safety culture, ensuring complete compliance with OSHA and local health and safety regulations.
Resolve Obstacles: Actively resolve scheduling conflicts, resource constraints, and team disputes to keep production moving smoothly.