Operations Manager

TheRole

Entegris is seeking anOperationsManagerto join theCMP Pads Manufacturingteam at the Aurora, Illinois facility. This leader will oversee daily manufacturing operations and provide clear direction, coaching, and accountability to deliver safe, high-quality products on time to the customer base.

The Operations Manager will lead a fast-pacedareaof the operations teamwhile fosteringa cultureof continuous improvement, accountability, and operational maturity.The role coordinates people, materials, equipment, & workflow while strengthening shift-to-shift communication, training, material flow, efficiency, workplace organization, and disciplined execution. This position is onsite with primary responsibilitiesMonday through Friday supporting a 24/5 operationwith oversight on weekends asrequired.

WhatYou’llDo

• Lead daily production activities (multiple shifts) for the CMP Pads business,establishingclear priorities, area assignments, and workflow coordination.

• Be accountable for safety, quality, delivery, throughput, cost, plant cleanliness, and adherence toestablishedprocesses and work instructions.

• Translate manufacturing strategies into practical operatingobjectives, goals, and metrics that support profitable growth and continuous performance improvement.

• Partner with EHS and site leadership to strengthen safety culture, 5S+S/6S practices, hazard recognition, training, andtimelyinvestigation of safety concerns.

• Monitor schedule attainment, daily output, machine efficiency, material availability, and tool readiness; address gaps and escalate issues promptly.

• Coordinate production requirements with planning, maintenance, engineering,& qualitytomaintaintargeted output and on-time shipment.

• Manage training and qualification programs for new and existing equipment and processes; identify skill gaps and maintain cross-training and contingency plans.

• Ensure work instructions are accurate, maintained, understood, and consistently followed; hold team members accountable to documented standards.

• Improve material flow, shiftpassdowns, tiered communication, operational efficiency, and visual performance management.

• Investigate and support resolution of process issues using data, structured problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Partner with New Product Introduction teams to transfer products, materials, and processes from pilot through high-volume manufacturing.

• Develop team capability through coaching, communication of goals and expectations, performance management, and a culture of teamwork, innovation, and accountability.

• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility through budget planning, cost control, and disciplined inventory management.

• Provide off-shift and on-site support as business needs require.

WhatWeSeek

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in business operations, engineering, or a related technical field,required.

• 10+ years ofoperationalexperienceor operations experience with continuously increasing responsibility and oversight;experience inCNC machining, web lamination, COBOTS,or the semiconductor/polymer processing industrypreferred.

• 5+ years in a management or senior leadership role withdemonstratedsuccess leadingoperationsand cross-functional teams.

• Strong leadership, planning, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and hold others accountable.

• Flexibility to adapt to varying work environments, workforce needs, operating priorities, and customer requirements.

• Working knowledge ofproduction relatedERP/MRP systems; SAP experience is preferred.

• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office tools and the ability to create clear charts, graphs, and operational performance reporting.

• Lean and/or Six Sigma knowledge withdemonstrateduse of continuous improvement methods.

• Ability to use data andsystems thinkingtoidentifyissues,establishpriorities, and drive sustainable results.

Adherence to and embodiment of Entegris PACE Values

PreferredQualifications

• A strong “Safety First” mindset, personal integrity, curiosity, and enthusiasm for continuous learning.

• Hands-on leadership experience in a large or multi-shift manufacturing organization.

• Strong data driven mindset, highly experienced in capacity and flow analysis.

• Experience with JMP, SQL, Power BI, Excel, or comparable data-analysis tools.

• Knowledge of CNC and web lamination processes.

Why Work at Entegris

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background,experiences and perspectives. Weleveragethe differences of our employees to bringnew ideasto the table. Every employee throughout the company isencouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-makingprocess is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at everylevel of the organization. We put our values at the core of how weoperateas anorganization — not just whenit’sconvenient, but in a lasting and meaningfulway. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact onyourlife inside and outside of the office.

WhatWeOffer

Ourtotalrewardspackagegoesaboveandbeyondjustapaycheck.Whetheryou’relooking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $107,000 - $142,500 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role

• Annual bonus eligibility

• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting 

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs

• Education assistance to support your learning journey

• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence