Operations Director
The LaSalle Network
Glenview, IL · Posted October 8, 2026
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LaSalle Network is hiring an Operations Director to lead manufacturing operations across multiple sites for a Fortune 300 global manufacturer in the construction products space. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role for a seasoned multi-site operations executive who has personally driven operational transformations, built strong leadership teams and delivered measurable results. If you're ready to shape operational strategy for a significant business and lead a diverse organization across manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, quality and safety, this is the opportunity.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that ensure safe, efficient operations and consistent delivery of high-quality products
Lead operations across five locations in the greater Chicago area, overseeing manufacturing, supply chain, sourcing, manufacturing engineering, quality and safety
Establish and monitor key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and exceed operational targets
Drive productivity improvements and cost reductions by reducing waste, scrap, rework and other inefficiencies
Lead cross-functional quality initiatives and strengthen supplier accountability and quality performance
Oversee capital planning and execute CAPEX projects that enhance productivity, capacity and growth
Partner with sourcing and supply chain teams to optimize inventory, transportation costs and distribution performance
Collaborate with engineering, marketing and sourcing teams to deliver new product introductions on time and on cost
Build organizational capability by developing Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain leaders and driving succession planning
Champion a world-class safety culture through proactive risk identification, mitigation and employee accountability
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and company standards
What's Needed?
15+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments, including multi-site responsibility
Proven success managing multiple facilities, driving performance and holding teams accountable
Demonstrated ability to implement processes, execute continuous improvement initiatives and deliver measurable results
Track record of building high-performing teams, developing future leaders and establishing a culture of accountability and execution
Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing budgets, capital investments and cost reduction
Experience leading supply chain optimization, supplier quality improvement and large-scale transformation initiatives
Strong change management, project management and cross-functional leadership skills
Excellent communication skills and executive presence
Comfort working within a lean, continuous-improvement-driven operating philosophy while remaining flexible and adaptable
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Willingness to travel regularly between facilities and suppliers, with occasional international travel
What's In It for Me?
Highly visible leadership role as a key member of the divisional leadership team, with autonomy to drive results across multiple sites
Opportunity to lead approximately 200 operations employees and six direct reports within a roughly $340M division
Incentive bonus tied to revenue growth and operating income growth at the sites
Entrepreneurial, decentralized culture where leaders are empowered to make decisions and challenge the status quo
Opportunity to develop the next generation of operations leaders and lead transformational initiatives with lasting impact
Key Details
Compensation: $190,000-$225,000 annually
Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance
Location: Glenview, IL
Work Model: In office, with regular travel to operating locations
If you're an operations leader ready to take on a high-impact, multi-site role with a globally respected organization, apply today!
Gavin Sullivan
#LI-GS1
LNESC
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Responsibilities
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Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that ensure safe, efficient operations and consistent delivery of high-quality products
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Lead operations across five locations in the greater Chicago area, overseeing manufacturing, supply chain, sourcing, manufacturing engineering, quality and safety
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Establish and monitor key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and exceed operational targets
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Drive productivity improvements and cost reductions by reducing waste, scrap, rework and other inefficiencies
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Lead cross-functional quality initiatives and strengthen supplier accountability and quality performance
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Oversee capital planning and execute CAPEX projects that enhance productivity, capacity and growth
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Partner with sourcing and supply chain teams to optimize inventory, transportation costs and distribution performance
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Collaborate with engineering, marketing and sourcing teams to deliver new product introductions on time and on cost
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Build organizational capability by developing Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain leaders and driving succession planning
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Champion a world-class safety culture through proactive risk identification, mitigation and employee accountability
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Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and company standards
What's Needed?
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15+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in complex manufacturing environments, including multi-site responsibility
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Proven success managing multiple facilities, driving performance and holding teams accountable
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Demonstrated ability to implement processes, execute continuous improvement initiatives and deliver measurable results
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Track record of building high-performing teams, developing future leaders and establishing a culture of accountability and execution
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Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing budgets, capital investments and cost reduction
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Experience leading supply chain optimization, supplier quality improvement and large-scale transformation initiatives
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Strong change management, project management and cross-functional leadership skills
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Excellent communication skills and executive presence
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Comfort working within a lean, continuous-improvement-driven operating philosophy while remaining flexible and adaptable
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
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Willingness to travel regularly between facilities and suppliers, with occasional international travel
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Highly visible leadership role as a key member of the divisional leadership team, with autonomy to drive results across multiple sites
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Opportunity to lead approximately 200 operations employees and six direct reports within a roughly $340M division
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Incentive bonus tied to revenue growth and operating income growth at the sites
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Entrepreneurial, decentralized culture where leaders are empowered to make decisions and challenge the status quo
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Opportunity to develop the next generation of operations leaders and lead transformational initiatives with lasting impact
Key Details
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Compensation: $190,000-$225,000 annually
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Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance
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Location: Glenview, IL
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Work Model: In office, with regular travel to operating locations
If you're an operations leader ready to take on a high-impact, multi-site role with a globally respected organization, apply today!
Gavin Sullivan
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