Permobil

Operations Manager

Permobil  •  $120k - $135k/yr  •  Belleville, IL (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Operations Manager

Permobilhas a position open for aOperations Manager

  • Pay Range: $120,000.00 to $135,000.00 annually

  • Shift: Full Time - Monday through Friday

  • Location: Belleville, IL

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Build what’s next at Permobil.

Permobil exists to create a future that is free from mobility limitations We design and deliver innovative mobility solutions that transform lives—helping people live with greater independence, dignity, and freedom.

We are entering our next phase of growth by:

  • Driving faster, breakthrough innovation

  • Building a world-class, resilient manufacturing system

  • Delivering exceptional customer experiences that build lifelong loyalty

Supported by a bold, people-first culture and an AI-enabled business, we are turning ambition into impact at scale.

Join us in shaping the future of mobility.

Your Role in Our Mission

  • Develop, manage, and supervise area managers.
  • Develop, measure, and improve against KPIs related to safety, quality, cost, and delivery.Identify improvement projects, investments, and training needed to maintain and improve in these four areas.
  • Serve as a member of the leadership team on the site modeling Permobil values and a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Ensure safety of all personnel within the facility through building a strong safety culture and modeling safety leadership behavior.
  • Identify areas of improvement and lead projects that will improve our cost of goods sold in line with our business strategy.
  • Build a well-trained and motivated staff.
  • Identify and escalate maintenance and building issues.
  • Ensure plant housekeeping standards are maintained.
  • Develop and hold account operating budgets and recommend plant capital expenditures.
  • Improve our quality system through production and maintain compliance to ISO standards.
  • Work closely with managers and their teams to promote and build a positive and productive work environment, teamwork, strong work relationships, trust, morale, and retention.
  • Serve as a member of the leadership team on the site modeling Permobil values and a continuous improvement mindset.

What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration/management, operation management, or related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience in a lean organization.
  • 3 years' experience working within an ISO certified QMS.
  • Project management certificate with relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of quality systems and standards.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral), analytical, organizational, and conflict management skills.
  • Knowledge of business, finance, and management principles.
  • Knowledge of human resource principles and practices.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite; proficiency with customer service/order tracking systems.
  • Integrity, honesty, and high ethical standards

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In addition to base pay, Permobil offers our full-time employees the following:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that begin on your first day

  • HSA contribution matching up to $1,600/year

  • 401(k) Retirement – 100% employer match on the first 3%, with 50% matching on the next 2% with immediate vesting. Traditional and ROTH options

  • Generous PTO policies

  • 100% Employer paid LTD, STD, and Life Insurance plans

Permobil will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information."

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Additional Details

Apply via our career site today!For more information about the role or the recruitment process, please contact Caitlyn Mayhew, Talent Acquisition Specialist at caitlyn.mayhew@permobilcom or by faxing 1-888-686-4559 Zach Blaisdell, Talent Acquisition Partner at zach.blaisdell@permobil.com or by faxing 1-866-686-4559

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About Permobil

Permobil was founded on the belief that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right. For over 50 years, we’ve been a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, continuously improving the lives of our users through innovative mobility solutions.

Today, our portfolio includes power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, and manual mobility solutions. Permobil operates in more than 18 countries and is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB.

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About Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping individuals achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, that has been the driving force behind our innovative assistive technology. We are passionate about understanding our users’ needs and helping them live life to the fullest. We are a global leader in trusted healthcare solutions for power and manual wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, and power assist. Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1600 team members in more than 15 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line visit permobil.com.

Permobil Group is owned by Investor AB and the global leader in Complex Rehab Technology. We are present in more than 17 countries with 1 600 employees and have an annual turnover of more than SEK 4 billion. Our major brands are Permobil, TiLite and ROHO, with more to come.

We are continuously growing by entering new geographical markets and adding new technologies and products, to further support the community of people with disabilities.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Sundsvall, SE
Year Founded
1967
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