Assistant Plant Manager
Confirmed open: Aug 8, 2026 Original Open Date: Aug 3, 2026
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Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Assistant Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing personnel, equipment, and the safe, efficient operation of the Chicago, IL facility, a unionized site. This role provides leadership across all aspects of plant operations, ensuring production goals are achieved while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and customer service.
- The Assistant Plant Manager will lead operational excellence initiatives by driving lab and rework improvements, managing wash water handling and reuse programs, and implementing process improvements for microfiber and top cast product lines to enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
--The Assistant Plant Manager will develop workforce capabilities by leading 5S events, coordinating employee cross-training programs across the factory, and providing leadership and operational oversight for 2nd Shift to ensure a safe, productive, and engaged work environment.
--The Assistant Plant Manager will champion customer service improvements, including Admix-related initiatives, while partnering with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, strengthen customer satisfaction, and improve overall plant performance.
--Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level of experience-
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Strong aptitude for basic math and attention to detail in sequential work--
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Experienced in a fast paced union manufacturing environment--
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Basic understanding of computers and computer-controlled equipment, with general knowledge and user skills with: Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Internet
--Command of the English language
Chryso and GCP, Saint-Gobain brands in our Construction Chemicals business, are leading global designer and manufacturer of high-quality concrete admixture thanks to a strong commitment to research and innovation, coupled with adherence to the strictest manufacturing standards in the industry. Our admixtures are engineered to optimize the performance of our customers’ specific concrete materials in a way that will maximize user satisfaction and economy.We deliver significant added value and support to its clients, which includes assistance with client inventory control and prompt product deliveries.
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Certain-locations-require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer-potential-candidates. Provided is-the national pay range for this position which is- $81,500- to- $126,500- per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience-among other factors.-
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is- 10%- of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is- $89,650- to- $139,150 . - Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee. -