Assistant Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois
Assistant Operations Manager jobs in Illinois are consistently active, with demand concentrated in manufacturing, logistics, healthcare administration, and retail distribution, from entry-level coordinators stepping into leadership to experienced supervisors ready for broader responsibility. Chicago, Naperville, and Rockford anchor the largest share of openings, where employers like Amazon, Walmart, and Northwestern Medicine maintain significant operational footprints. Supply chain coordination, facility management, and cross-functional team oversight are the specialties drawing the most attention from Illinois hiring managers right now. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We Make People Smile
Picture yourself working at Magic Memories in a rewarding, fast-paced environment based in Chicago, IL. We are actively hiring for a Retail Photo Operations Assistant Manager in an exciting and dynamic atmosphere located at our iconic attraction Wrigley Santa! (https://www.mlb.com/cubs) (https://titanicpigeonforge.com/%20)
What’s in it for you?
- Starting rate $19.00/hr
- growth and advancement!
- Fun culture and atmosphere!
- Paid training $$
Schedule/Shifts:
**Hiring Immediately**
- Shifts available any day(s) of the week/weekend during operating hours
- Flexible schedule
As an Assistant Retail Photo Manager:
- You will greet guests and create Magic Memories by providing world-class service.
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You will assist in leading a retail team to achieve sales goals.
Assist with running all operational aspects of a high-volume souvenir photography retail operation.
Act as lead manager in the absence of the Retail Photography Manager.
Provide floor supervision and administrative duties, ensuring the team stays focused on guest service and sales goals.
Develop, train, and motivate staff to achieve desired guest service and financial results.
You will ensure excellent customer service by responding to guest requests, expectations, and needs.
You will have the opportunity to meet and interact with people from all over the world.
- Take photos and provide guests with a memorable experience and souvenirs to take back home and share!
- Learn how to capture, and create memories that make people SMILE!
Requirements and other details:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 1-year people management experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2 years previous guest service experience preferred, but not required, within the hospitality, food, and beverage, or retail industries.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to support teams, develop culture, demonstrate coaching, and ongoing performance management.
- Ability and drive to assist in this ‘hands-on’ role, with demonstrated ability to meet sales targets and KPIs in a busy retail environment.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with customers, management, and cross-functional team members.
- Professional communication skills and appearance.
- Ability to support operations 7-days a week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays – it’s tourism after all!
- Experience in digital photography a plus, but not required.
- Background check
Job Type: Seasonal / Temporary - End Date 12/23/2026
Classification: NON-EXEMPT
At Magic Memories (https://www.magicmemories.com/) you will be a part of a retail team that will capture fun, interactive moments of guests at diverse attractions. These are published via both print and digital formats into storytelling products and then sold to our guests.
We offer a fun job with great opportunities to expand your retail and leadership experience with a company that encourages growth and advancement! We offer competitive wages and incentives too!
Magic Memories is a company that delights and amazes guests on the simple but universal concept of making people smile, and has driven that concept into its product, service, and innovation philosophy of capturing, creating, and sharing memories worldwide. For over 20 years our company has offered retail professionals with great opportunities that encourage growth and advancement in our expanding enterprise.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY– Magic Memories is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran’s status, or any other factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law.
Experience
Required- 1 year(s): Retail/Hospitality Management
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
We Make People Smile
Picture yourself working at Magic Memories in a rewarding, fast-paced environment based in Chicago, IL. We are actively hiring for a Retail Photo Operations Assistant Manager in an exciting and dynamic atmosphere located at our iconic attraction Wrigley Santa! (https://www.mlb.com/cubs) (https://titanicpigeonforge.com/%20)
What’s in it for you?
- Starting rate $19.00/hr
- growth and advancement!
- Fun culture and atmosphere!
- Paid training $$
Schedule/Shifts:
**Hiring Immediately**
- Shifts available any day(s) of the week/weekend during operating hours
- Flexible schedule
As an Assistant Retail Photo Manager:
- You will greet guests and create Magic Memories by providing world-class service.
-
You will assist in leading a retail team to achieve sales goals.
Assist with running all operational aspects of a high-volume souvenir photography retail operation.
Act as lead manager in the absence of the Retail Photography Manager.
Provide floor supervision and administrative duties, ensuring the team stays focused on guest service and sales goals.
Develop, train, and motivate staff to achieve desired guest service and financial results.
You will ensure excellent customer service by responding to guest requests, expectations, and needs.
You will have the opportunity to meet and interact with people from all over the world.
- Take photos and provide guests with a memorable experience and souvenirs to take back home and share!
- Learn how to capture, and create memories that make people SMILE!
Requirements and other details:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 1-year people management experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2 years previous guest service experience preferred, but not required, within the hospitality, food, and beverage, or retail industries.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to support teams, develop culture, demonstrate coaching, and ongoing performance management.
- Ability and drive to assist in this ‘hands-on’ role, with demonstrated ability to meet sales targets and KPIs in a busy retail environment.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with customers, management, and cross-functional team members.
- Professional communication skills and appearance.
- Ability to support operations 7-days a week, including weekends, evenings, and holidays – it’s tourism after all!
- Experience in digital photography a plus, but not required.
- Background check
Job Type: Seasonal / Temporary - End Date 12/23/2026
Classification: NON-EXEMPT
At Magic Memories (https://www.magicmemories.com/) you will be a part of a retail team that will capture fun, interactive moments of guests at diverse attractions. These are published via both print and digital formats into storytelling products and then sold to our guests.
We offer a fun job with great opportunities to expand your retail and leadership experience with a company that encourages growth and advancement! We offer competitive wages and incentives too!
Magic Memories is a company that delights and amazes guests on the simple but universal concept of making people smile, and has driven that concept into its product, service, and innovation philosophy of capturing, creating, and sharing memories worldwide. For over 20 years our company has offered retail professionals with great opportunities that encourage growth and advancement in our expanding enterprise.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY– Magic Memories is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran’s status, or any other factor that is a prohibited consideration under applicable law.
Experience
Required- 1 year(s): Retail/Hospitality Management
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Assistant Operations Manager Job Market in Illinois
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- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant operations manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field required
- Two or more years of supervisory or team lead experience in an operations environment
- Demonstrated proficiency with inventory management systems and operations software platforms
- Strong analytical skills with experience tracking KPIs and producing operational performance reports
- Ability to coordinate across warehouse, logistics, or facility teams in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-departmental coordination and reporting
Assistant Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant operations manager in Illinois?
Most assistant operations manager roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field, though no state-issued license applies to the role itself. Illinois employers typically hire candidates who have moved up from lead or coordinator positions within manufacturing, distribution, or healthcare operations. Completing coursework through Illinois institutions or earning a credential like the Certified Supply Chain Professional designation can strengthen your application considerably.
Which companies hire assistant operations managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring assistant operations managers in Illinois right now include Gap, SBM Management Services, and AXA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of distribution centers, hospital systems, and corporate headquarters means hiring is spread across both the Chicago metro and secondary markets like Joliet, Aurora, and Peoria.
Which Illinois cities have the most assistant operations manager jobs?
Chicago, Belvidere, and Monee have the most assistant operations manager openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the largest volume given its headquarters density, major medical campuses, and international logistics infrastructure, while suburban corridors like Naperville and Joliet generate consistent demand from distribution centers and manufacturing facilities that rely on dedicated operations leadership.
Are there remote assistant operations manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of assistant operations manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the role involves supervising floor operations, managing physical inventory, or coordinating on-site teams. The portions most likely to allow remote flexibility are reporting, scheduling, and vendor communication tasks at companies with distributed operations.
How can I get hired as a assistant operations manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a shift lead, operations coordinator, or team lead role at a large Illinois employer and building measurable results before applying upward. Amazon's Illinois fulfillment centers, Northwestern Medicine, and large retail distribution operators in the Joliet and Aurora corridors regularly hire operations associates and leads without prior management titles. Earning a project management certificate or demonstrating process improvement experience, even informally, gives candidates a clear edge in competitive applicant pools.
Where can I find and apply to assistant operations manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to assistant operations manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring for the role. Search the listings by city or specialization, find roles that match your background, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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