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Bus Unit Mgr/Operations Mgr

Location : ELGIN, IL, United States

Job Family : Manufacturing and Production

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Jun 5, 2025

Job ID : 57459

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Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. Parker team members see a vast number of engineering challenges that are yet to be solved and can make a meaningful difference in people's lives. For more than a century the company has engineered the success of its customers in a wide range of diversified industrial and aerospace markets. The engineering in Parker products may not be visible but can be found on and around virtually everything that moves.

Parker operates in 43 countries around the world. Parker's unrivalled industrial distribution network extends to more than 18,000 locations globally. Through this extensive network of local, independent businesses, Parker brings its products and services to customers in 104 countries.

Parker Engineered Polymer Systems (EPS) Division is the industry leader for over 50 years in engineering, material science and the manufacture of custom shapes, seals and components from a wide range of materials. Our products are proven in the harshest environments and our worldwide network of over 300 distributor and service center locations, including global sales and application engineering, ensures you have access to quality products and services.

Responsible for leading the Business Unit of a Division meeting objectives as identified by the Corporations WIN Strategy. Manages the Profit and Loss (P&L) asset performance of the business unit. Develop world-class manufacturing operations through the use of automation, documented processes, demand flow technologies, and a team of empowered employees to continuously meet customer expectations. Maintain close contact with customers to gain insight into their needs as well as general market requirements for business unit products.

Scope/Supervision and Interaction:

Provides leadership for the business unit employees. Fully support Division General Manager. Interacts with current and prospective customers, trade associations, regulatory or government agencies, all levels of the organization including corporate officers, group and corporate staff functions.

Essential Functions:

To profitably grow the Business Unit consistently and annually. Works with current and potential customers to promote and leverage company technologies, systems, products and services.

Establishes and maintains premier customer service. Leads by example.

Leads strategy deployment for the business unit concentrating on Lean Initiatives, Strategic Pricing and Strategic Procurement. Leads Operating, Manufacturing, Engineering, Information Technology, Human Resources, Lean Accounting, Planning, Sales/Marketing, and New Product Development functions to ensure operational efficiency and economy.

Accountable for driving Lean Initiatives, Strategic Procurement and Strategic Pricing initiatives throughout the operation to ensure they are fully embraced and implemented.

Develops a budget plan and manages the business unit within budget constraints.

Maintains familiarity with competitive environment within geographical area of responsibility.

Represents the operation at the Business Unit and Division levels.

Provides leadership by promoting team concepts, coaching, counseling, retaining, mentoring, training, talent management, and individual development. Drives a culture of accountability and results through strategy deployment and effective performance management.

Ensures that the business unit conform to local, state and federal government regulations. Promotes business unit within industry, manufacturing, trade associations and local community.

-Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline

-Five to Ten years related experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

-Excellent knowledge of management and marketing principles, industry practices, company and competitor products, technology, and service capabilities.

-Knowledge of business and operational processes; proposal development, contract negotiations, and program management. May require knowledge of international budgeting and acquisition processes and procedures.

-Demonstrated ability to lead people and obtain results through others typically acquired through ten or more years of increasing experience and responsibility including prior leadership and/or program management role.

-Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective problem solving / resolution skills and a team focus.

-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively and persuasively present information to top management, customers, and employees.

Competitive Compensation

+ The salary range for this position is $120K to $160K/annually

+ Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefits & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

+ Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance, all with competitive premium costs.

+ A 401(k) plan with company matching contributions of 100% on the first 5% of pay.

+ A company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.

+ Career development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

+ Additional benefits, including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance, provided at no cost to you.

+ Supplemental benefit programs, including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness, available at competitive rates.

+ Paid Time Off and 13 company-paid holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required for all positions, and certain positions may require specific types of legal work authorizations. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor.