Division Manager Jobs in Aurora, IL

A Division Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for overseeing and managing the operations of a specific division within the organization. They monitor the production process, set production goals, establish policies and procedures, and ensure these are followed. Moreover, they are responsible for budgeting, scheduling, and maintaining a high level of quality in all products. They also play a vital role in strategic planning, coordinating with other division managers, and reporting to higher management.

For a successful career as a Division Manager, an individual must possess excellent leadership and communication skills, decision-making ability, and a thorough knowledge of the manufacturing process. They should also have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, or a related field is typically required, and a Master's degree or professional certification like Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) can be beneficial. Prior roles that can lead to this position include Production Supervisor, Operations Manager or Plant Manager.

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Operations Manager

  • LyondellBasell Industries
  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Lean Manufacturing skills and continuous improvement experience are a plus.What We OfferCompetenciesBuild PartnershipsDeliver ResultsDrive InnovationGrow CapabilitiesPromote InclusionMotivational FitTechnical...

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Operations Manager - 2nd Shift

  • OSI International Holding GmbH
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 days ago

As a premier global food provider, the OSI Group partners with the world's leading foodservice and retail food brands to provide concept-to-table solutions that delight consumers around the globe....

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Plant Manager

  • Avient Corporation
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Develops capital plan to improve plant operations. Ensures plant performs at or below annual budgeted cost levels....

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Manufacturing Manager Trainee

  • Menards, Inc.
  • Plano, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Plano, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 days ago

at Menards, Inc. in PLANO, Illinois, United States Job Description This position is responsible for learning all production, management, and supervision operations of their assigned Midwest...

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Operations Manager

  • Summit Interconnect
  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Summit Interconnect is the largest, privately held PCB manufacturer in North America. The company is focused on the fast-growing defense and high-performance commercial sectors...

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Junior Project Manager - Manufacturing Operations Support

  • Sound Seal Holdings dba Catalyst Acoustics Holding
  • North Aurora, IL (4 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • North Aurora, IL (4 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 16 days ago

at Sound Seal Holdings dba Catalyst Acoustics Holding in North Aurora, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Title: Junior Project Manager - Manufacturing Operations Support Requisition...

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Operations Manager - Meat Products Manufacturing

  • Affinity Executive Search
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Operations Manager Protein Processing & Packaging Location: West Chicago, IL Compensation: $130,000 $160,000 base + quarterly bonus up to 15% Overview A well-established ready-to-eat protein...

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Division Vice President, Business Unit Manager

  • Ametek, Inc.
  • Aurora, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 19 days ago

Title: Division Vice President, Business Unit Manager, ICVS About Us: Join AMETEK's Instrumentation, Controls & Vision Systems (ICVS) team, where innovation meets impact! ICVS is home to three...

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Utilities Unit Manager

  • Ingredion
  • Bedford Park, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Bedford Park, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago

About Ingredion: Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, youve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pets food, the paper you write on,...

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Plant Manager

  • Rich Products Corporation
  • Joliet, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Joliet, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Bachelors Degree in Business Management, Food Science, Engineering, Science or similar academic disciplines. 5-10 Years Experience at the Plant Management Position...

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Plant Manager (Hodgkins, IL, US, 60525)

  • Sealed Air Corporation
  • Hodgkins, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hodgkins, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply...

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Operations Manager

  • Pregis
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business Pregis is Hiring! Why Join Pregis? Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing...

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Operations Manager

  • Illinois Tool Works
  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Analyze key performance indicators for the manufacturing facility and adjust/implement lean manufacturing, quality processes and systems utilizing the ITW Business Model and Toolbox...

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Director of Manufacturing Operations

  • Jacuzzi Group
  • Roselle, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roselle, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Proven track record of successfully managing plant operations and driving process improvements....

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Plant Superintendent

  • amrize
  • Elburn, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Elburn, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

We're seeking a Plant Superintendent who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that's building North America. Job Title: Plant...

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Salary for Division Manager Jobs in Aurora, IL

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Highest Education Level

Division Managers in Aurora, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.3%
Master's Degree
21.7%
High School or GED
18.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Division Managers in Aurora, IL
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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