Regional Plant Operations Manager - Manufacturing

IPG•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

IPG is seeking a results-driven Regional Operations Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across three manufacturing sites in the Protective Packaging division: Chicago, Illinois; Toronto, Ontario; and Carlstadt, New Jersey. The role is responsible for aligning regional operations with business objectives while fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and accountability. The manager will drive performance through strong safety practices, disciplined processes, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience driving operational excellence and performance systems such as Lean, TPS, or similar.
Strong background in safety leadership and process discipline.
Experience leading multi-site operations and geographically dispersed teams.
Proven ability to influence leaders, develop teams, and drive accountability.
Strong financial acumen, including P&L management.

Nice To Haves

Experience in unionized environments.
Operational rigor from organizations known for best-in-class safety and disciplined processes.
Strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into execution across multiple sites.
Ability to thrive in complex environments and align teams toward common goals.
Comfort challenging the status quo and driving measurable change.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute regional strategy to achieve operational, financial, and safety objectives.
Drive productivity improvements, cost optimization, and waste reduction initiatives across all sites.
Champion safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
Partner with Plant Managers and business leaders to resolve operational challenges and optimize performance.
Oversee regional staffing strategy, organizational effectiveness, and succession planning.
Lead implementation of standardized systems, including lean manufacturing and performance systems such as the IPG Performance System.
Monitor financial performance, including P&L, and ensure alignment with budget targets.
Analyze key operational metrics and KPIs and drive improvements.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across all sites.
Ensure consistent execution of company policies, procedures, and operational standards.