Production Manager

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 our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

About the Role:
Pregis is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Production Manager to lead safety, quality, and operational excellence at our Aurora, IL facility. This position oversees ~60-70 team members across multiple shifts, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, and cost control.
• Drive continuous improvement using KPIs and lean manufacturing principles.
• Maintain OSHA/EHS compliance and promote a zero-incident safety culture.
• Minimize quality issues and customer complaints through strong QA systems.
• Optimize labor, minimize downtime/changeovers, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage, develop, and hold supervisors accountable for team performance and SOP adherence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (Engineering preferred).
• 10+ years in manufacturing leadership, with experience managing large teams.
• Strong understanding of EHS regulations, lean tools, and KPIs.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.
• SAP and Excel proficiency preferred.

Why Join Pregis?
Join a growing, innovative packaging leader where you'll help build a culture of operational excellence, continuous improvement, and team development.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis' total compensation package. The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $125-$150K for this salaried non-exempt role and this role will be eligible for overtime.

Compensation details listed in US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits. Learn more about Benefits at Pregis.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.