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Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com. \nYour Opportunity: \nThe Herff Jones Cap & Gown team, based in Arcola, IL is looking for an Assistant Plant Manager. \n\nHere's How You’ll Make an Impact:\nReporting to the Plant Manager, the Assistant Plant Manager will support day-to-day manufacturing and distribution operations for the site. This leader plays a critical role in driving safety, efficiency, and service excellence, particularly during our seasonal peak, while supporting Herff Jones’ mission to be the most trusted name in celebrating student milestones.\nYou will work closely with a team of leaders who take ownership and lead from the front. This role provides opportunities to collaborate across functions, support strategic initiatives, and drive tangible operational results. Operating as a business leader first and a functional leader second will be critical to success.\n\nWhat You’ll Be Doing On A Daily Basis:\nPartner with the Plant Manager to drive daily EHS risk management and injury prevention initiatives across the site.\nWork closely with customer service, sales, and operational leaders to manage inventory levels and customer requirements while supporting a balanced scorecard: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost.\nSupport site-level OTD, manufacturing schedule attainment, and adherence to operational targets.\nAssist the Plant Manager in achieving financial objectives through budgeting, workforce planning, scheduling, and managing seasonal staffing requirements.\nProvide regular operational updates and metrics to the Plant Manager and other C&G leaders.\nActively lead daily walkthroughs, with a strong understanding of critical metrics, performance drivers, and operational troubleshooting.\nSupport continuous professional development and accountability across department leaders.\nAssist in coordinating day-to-day plant operations, focusing on communication, achieving goals, customer requirements, and scheduling for maximum efficiency and quality.\nLead assigned operational projects and continuous improvement initiatives.\nOther leadership duties as assigned.\nWhat You’ll Bring to the Table: \n5–7 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, distribution, materials, or a similar function.\nBachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, operations or a related field.\nDemonstrated success leading continuous improvement efforts with measurable financial impact.\nAbility to connect with and influence employees at all levels of the organization.\nDemonstrated success with inventory management and continuous improvement methodologies.\nExperience supporting budgets, staffing plans, and KPI-driven performance.\nHigh level of personal and team accountability.\nStrong communication and leadership skills; bilingual English/Spanish capabilities a plus.\nDemonstrated ability to lead effectively in high-pressure environments.\nStrong sense of urgency and desire to exceed expectations.\nExperience conducting staffing analysis, managing operational costs, and implementing programs in manufacturing or warehouse environments.\nProven ability to execute projects and initiatives with measurable cost and time savings.\nPhysical Requirements:\nDaily activity includes but is not limited to lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.\nReading, communication, math.\nWorking at a computer for extended periods of time.\nAbility to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.\nNoise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above\nHerff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 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