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Plant Controller - ManufacturingCyberCoders • Woodridge, IL, US
Plant Controller - Manufacturing

Plant Controller - Manufacturing

CyberCoders • Woodridge, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Plant Controller - Manufacturing Position Overview

The Plant Controller will oversee the financial operations of the Woodridge, IL manufacturing facility, serving as a key business partner to the operations team. This role is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, product costing, inventory management, fixed assets, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing finance experience, advanced analytical skills, and hands-on expertise with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Business Central. This position plays a critical role in supporting operational decision-making and driving financial performance across the plant.

Key Responsibilities Plant Performance Monitoring

  • Direct the reporting and analysis of plant financial performance, ensuring accurate inventory records and timely monthly results.
  • Monitor plant and production line performance, ensuring appropriate leading and lagging metrics are in place.
  • Provide guidance to plant leadership on cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies.
  • Investigate and explain major manufacturing variances, delivering actionable insights to management.
  • Provide ad hoc financial and operational analysis to support timely decision-making aligned with plant goals.
  • Support business development initiatives, including margin improvement analysis.
  • Ensure adherence to safety, security, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Perform additional duties as assigned and follow through on requests promptly.

Budgets & Planning

  • Lead forecasting, budgeting, and operational cost planning activities.
  • Prepare and present annual budgets and quantitative standards.
  • Develop detailed annual views of direct labor, indirect labor, variable overhead, and fixed overhead.
  • Create month-to-month forecasts and forward-looking financial analyses as needed.
  • Capital Control

  • Review capital project requests for clarity, justification, and alignment with facility investment strategy.
  • Serve as a resource for capital-related questions throughout project development.
  • Provide financial analysis to support business growth and margin improvement initiatives.
  • ERP System Expertise

  • Serve as the subject matter expert for ERP modules across finance and operations.
  • Analyze workflows, security, and integration points to optimize system performance.
  • Stay current on ERP updates, patches, and new features to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Support ERP upgrades and implementations by assessing impacts and developing transition strategies.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing or related finance experience.
  • 3+ years of finance and operational leadership within a manufacturing environment.
  • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build and maintain financial models.
  • Experience with Microsoft Business Central or similar ERP systems.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Benefits

  • Highly Competitive Compensation Package ($115-135k DOE)
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
  • PTO, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay
  • Opportunity to join a longstanding leader in the Food Manufacturing / Retail sector
  • Career advancement
  • Family-Owned, tremendous workplace culture
  • For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 01 / 29 / 2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.  CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  Benefits@CyberCoders.com  to make arrangements.

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