American Excelsior Company
Plant Manager
Job at a glance
- Pay
- $90,000
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Sector
- Operations & Manufacturing
- Posted
- Mar 25, 2026
- First found
- Sep 20, 2026, 4:14 PM ET
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About the job
Plant Manager
Department: Office
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: West Chicago, IL
Reporting To: John Godlewski
Compensation: $90,000 / year
Description
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
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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.
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Reviews production costs and product quality and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of divisions.
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Partners with department production managers and/or production leads to develop and implement plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.
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Coordinates production, distribution, warehousing, and sales in accordance with American Excelsior Corporate policies, principles, and procedures.
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Manages inventory levels of raw materials and partners with necessary parties for purchasing in accordance with American Excelsior Corporate policies, principles, and procedures.
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Reviews operations and works with upper and subordinate management personnel to enhance American Excelsior Company operations.
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Prepares budgets and production plans and shares with leadership team.
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Leads efforts and accountability for maintaining a safe, productive, and positive work environment.
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Responsible for managing and overseeing maintenance department, its activities, priorities, effectiveness, and success.
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Completes annual performance reviews for direct reports.
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Other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
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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.
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Take a hands-on approach to leadership.
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Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
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Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and customary business documents.
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Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
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Fluency in English, both written and oral, is required.
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Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
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Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information.
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Ability to read and understand Profit and Loss Statements, Budgets, and general Production planning information.
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Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
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Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Benefits
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Competitive PTO
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401(k) Match
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Health, Life, Dental, and Vision insurance
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Flexible Spending Account
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On-the-job training
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Opportunities for advancement
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Employee Assistance Program
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Referral Program
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Employee Discount Program
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Financial Wellness Program