Production Operations Manager

This isn't just a job; this is a pathway to a fulfilling career and an opportunity to advance your leadership abilities!

• Job Title: Production Operations Manager


• Company: Value Added Distributors


• Location: Rockford, Illinois


• Pay: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications


• Schedule: 6:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday

As our full-time Production Operations Manager, you'll supervise your team throughout the day to make sure they stay focused, keep on task, and comply with all safety/quality/regulatory policies. You'll support efficient daily activities, contribute to employee development, and help optimize daily operations.

Here's what you'll need:

• Associate degree or equivalent experience related to business, engineering, mechanics, fluid power manufacturing, and/or quality control management


• 3+ years of leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing


• Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma principles


• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel proficiency


• Empathetic, respectful, and calm personality


• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record


• PREFERRED - OSHA 30-hour certification


• PREFERRED - First Aid, CPR, and BBP certifications


• PREFERRED - Forklift certification

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication (verbal/written), presentation, and customer service skills


• Excellent organizational and time management skills


• Comfort with technology and learning new applications/approaches


• Mechanical aptitude with an understanding of how tools and machines interact with each other


• Solid judgement and decision-making skills, even while under pressure


• Multitasking and time management skills


• Basic math skills


• Ability to use tape measures and digital calipers


• Ability to type 25+ wpm


• Ability to diagnose and solve mechanical issues


• Ability to troubleshoot and work on fluid power systems


• Ability to train others in procedural, safety, and quality standards


• Ability to safely lift 40+ lbs. using proper lifting techniques

WHY JOIN US:

At Value Added Distributors, LLC, we are not just an applied industrial distributor but a company that builds careers, relationships, and futures. Since 1995, we've combined practical innovation and small‑company values to create a workplace defined by integrity, respect, and continuous improvement. Our team enjoys the security of a growing company, opportunities to advance from within, and a clean, well-lit space to do meaningful work. With long-term career development, our company is a place where hard work is recognized, ideas are valued, and people come first.

Benefits Package:

• Health insurance


• Dental


• Vision


• Paid vacation


• Holidays


• 401(k) with employer match


• And more!

YOUR ROLE AS OUR PRODUCTION OPERATIONS MANAGER:

• Supervising your team as they assemble hydraulic hoses to ensure they follow all SOPs, safety protocols, company standards, customer specifications, and quality expectations


• Resolving quality issues and taking proactive steps to minimize non-conformances, prevent bottlenecks, and keep production smooth


• Allocating resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) to optimize daily workflows


• Overseeing all production areas and coordinating schedules to ensure open positions are appropriately filled


• Performing time management studies, managing databases, and completing data entry


• Motivating your team to complete high-quality work while meeting deadlines and profitability targets


• Supporting employee growth and development by providing constructive feedback, coaching, training, and encouragement in alignment with company targets


• Directly and indirectly managing material procurement


• Building rapport and fostering relationships with customers, direct reports, vendors, peers, managers, internal teams, etc.


• Assisting with strategic brainstorming and budget planning to help meet and exceed production targets

The initial application is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly. Apply to be our Production Operations Manager today!