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Salary
$90k per year
Location
In office (Chicago)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
Visa
Filed H-1B visas in the last two years
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026.

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Since 1888, American Excelsior has manufactured & distributed products for packaging, cushioning, engineered foam, erosion control, & excelsior wood fibers.

The Plant Manager reports directly to the General Manager and oversees all aspects of manufacturing and daily plant function; this includes management of Production Managers, Shipping and Receiving, and Maintenance. In compliance with pay transparency laws for the state of Illinois, compensation for this position is $90,000.00+ commensurate with experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manages and develops department production managers and department leads in order to effectively oversee operations for delivering daily success with growth, safety, and continuous development mindset.
  • Reviews production costs and product quality and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of divisions.
  • Partners with department production managers and/or production leads to develop and implement plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.
  • Coordinates production, distribution, warehousing, and sales in accordance with American Excelsior Corporate policies, principles, and procedures.
  • Manages inventory levels of raw materials and partners with necessary parties for purchasing in accordance with American Excelsior Corporate policies, principles, and procedures.
  • Reviews operations and works with upper and subordinate management personnel to enhance American Excelsior Company operations.
  • Prepares budgets and production plans and shares with leadership team.
  • Leads efforts and accountability for maintaining a safe, productive, and positive work environment.
  • Responsible for managing and overseeing maintenance department, its activities, priorities, effectiveness, and success.
  • Completes annual performance reviews for direct reports.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Preferred bachelor’s degree in leadership or management; minimum of a HS or GED with 5+ years of management supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Take a hands-on approach to leadership.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and customary business documents.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
  • Fluency in English, both written and oral, is required.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information.
  • Ability to read and understand Profit and Loss Statements, Budgets, and general Production planning information.
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Benefits

  • Competitive PTO
  • 401(k) Match
  • Health, Life, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Referral Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Financial Wellness Program
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