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Plant Manager
Alan N. Daum And Associates
Location : Bridgeview, IL, 60455
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Plant ManagerPlant Manager – CNC Machining Operations
We’re hiring a seasoned CNC Plant Manager to run day-to-day operations at a well-respected, family-owned job shop. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and can manage a team while getting into the technical details of G-code programming, custom workflows, and scheduling.
If you’ve led in a machine shop, know your way around CNC controls, and still like rolling up your sleeves to solve problems on the floor, this role is built for you.
What You'll Take Charge Of:
- Direct daily production in a custom machining environment
- Manage the full shop schedule to keep jobs moving and customers happy
- Provide technical guidance in CNC programming (G-Code expertise required)
- Serve as a key decision-maker for workflow, quality, and throughput
- Work cross-functionally with quoting, estimating, suppliers, and customers
- Troubleshoot complex machining issues and guide real-time fixes
- Monitor shop metrics, drive process improvements, and uphold quality standards
- Train and support a team of about 15 skilled machinists and operators
- Maintain records and production data in ERP and internal systems
Your Background:
- BS degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field — or 5+ years of CNC leadership in a machining environment
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining and G-Code programming
- Proven ability to lead and manage teams in a job shop setting
- Skilled in blueprint reading, part analysis, and technical troubleshooting
- Comfortable managing schedules and juggling priorities across projects
- Proficient with ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and production documentation
- Known for leading by example and building trust with your team
Freqently Asked Questions
Bridgeview’s manufacturing hubs emphasize custom CNC machining, requiring Plant Managers to balance hands-on technical skills with leadership. Compared to other Illinois cities, managers here often face a tighter integration of shop floor operations and customer communication, reflecting the local industry’s family-owned business culture and market demands.
While a BS in engineering or manufacturing is highly valued, certifications in CNC programming, G-code expertise, and ERP system proficiency are often sought after in Bridgeview. These credentials demonstrate a candidate’s ability to manage complex machining workflows and support the technical demands of local job shops.
Daily duties include directing production schedules, overseeing CNC programming accuracy, troubleshooting machining issues in real-time, and ensuring quality control. Plant Managers also coordinate cross-functional teams and manage workflow priorities to keep custom orders on track and maintain high customer satisfaction.
Progression often leads to senior operations or plant engineering management roles. Developing expertise in advanced CNC technologies, process optimization, and team leadership opens opportunities for broader responsibilities, including multi-site oversight or strategic production planning within manufacturing firms.
Alan N. Daum And Associates values a hands-on leadership style where technical mastery of G-code and direct shop floor involvement are crucial. Unlike larger firms, this company emphasizes personalized team management and close collaboration with customers, reflecting its family-owned job shop atmosphere.
The company fosters an environment where Plant Managers have access to collaborative problem-solving resources, ongoing technical training, and integrated ERP systems. This support helps leaders swiftly troubleshoot machining issues and implement process improvements, keeping production efficient and quality high.
Plant Managers in Bridgeview typically earn between $85,000 and $110,000 annually, depending on experience and technical expertise. Specialized skills in G-code programming and team leadership in precision machining environments can command salaries toward the higher end of this range.
The Chicago area has a moderate demand for experienced Plant Managers, especially those skilled in CNC and custom machining. While competition exists, candidates with strong technical backgrounds and proven leadership in family-run or specialized shops find ample opportunities.
Balancing workflow efficiency with hands-on technical troubleshooting can be demanding. Preparing involves mastering G-code programming, developing clear communication channels, and fostering trust to lead a skilled team. Staying adaptable to dynamic scheduling and quality standards is critical.
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