Regional Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois
Regional Operations Manager jobs in Illinois are actively sought across logistics and distribution, healthcare administration, manufacturing, and multi-unit retail, with openings at every level from area supervisor to senior director of operations. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford anchor most of the hiring, with established employers such as Caterpillar, United Parcel Service, and Advocate Health Care consistently filling regional operations roles across the state. The most in-demand specialties right now are supply chain operations, facilities and distribution network management, and multi-site healthcare or clinical operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!
Regional Operations Manager – Protective Packaging
Location: Chicago, IL
Oversight: Chicago IL, Toronto, ON, Carlstadt, NJ
About the Role
IPG is seeking a results-driven Regional Operations Manager to lead operations across a portion of our Protective Packaging division. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership across three manufacturing sites and drive performance through strong safety practices, disciplined processes, and continuous improvement.
This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for aligning regional operations with business objectives while fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute regional strategy to achieve operational, financial, and safety objectives
- Drive productivity improvements, cost optimization, and waste reduction initiatives across all sites
- Champion world-class safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements
- Partner with Plant Managers and business leaders to resolve operational challenges and optimize performance
- Oversee staffing strategy, organizational effectiveness, and succession planning for the region
- Lead the implementation of standardized systems, including lean manufacturing and performance systems (e.g., IPG Performance System)
- Monitor financial performance, including P&L, and ensure alignment with budget targets
- Analyze and drive improvements using key operational metrics and KPIs
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across all sites
- Ensure consistent execution of company policies, procedures, and operational standards
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field
- experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated experience driving operational excellence and performance systems (Lean, TPS, or similar)
- Strong background in safety leadership and process discipline
- Experience leading multi-site operations and geographically dispersed teams
- Proven ability to influence leaders, develop teams, and drive accountability
- Strong financial acumen, including P&L management
- Experience in unionized environments is a plus
- You bring operational rigor from organizations known for best-in-class safety and disciplined processes
- You are a strategic thinker who can translate vision into execution across multiple sites
- You thrive in complex environments and excel at aligning teams toward common goals
- You are comfortable challenging the status quo and driving measurable change
At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.
Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.
With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!
We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.
You belong here. Join us today!
Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!
Regional Operations Manager – Protective Packaging
Location: Chicago, IL
Oversight: Chicago IL, Toronto, ON, Carlstadt, NJ
About the Role
IPG is seeking a results-driven Regional Operations Manager to lead operations across a portion of our Protective Packaging division. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership across three manufacturing sites and drive performance through strong safety practices, disciplined processes, and continuous improvement.
This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for aligning regional operations with business objectives while fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute regional strategy to achieve operational, financial, and safety objectives
- Drive productivity improvements, cost optimization, and waste reduction initiatives across all sites
- Champion world-class safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements
- Partner with Plant Managers and business leaders to resolve operational challenges and optimize performance
- Oversee staffing strategy, organizational effectiveness, and succession planning for the region
- Lead the implementation of standardized systems, including lean manufacturing and performance systems (e.g., IPG Performance System)
- Monitor financial performance, including P&L, and ensure alignment with budget targets
- Analyze and drive improvements using key operational metrics and KPIs
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across all sites
- Ensure consistent execution of company policies, procedures, and operational standards
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field
- experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated experience driving operational excellence and performance systems (Lean, TPS, or similar)
- Strong background in safety leadership and process discipline
- Experience leading multi-site operations and geographically dispersed teams
- Proven ability to influence leaders, develop teams, and drive accountability
- Strong financial acumen, including P&L management
- Experience in unionized environments is a plus
- You bring operational rigor from organizations known for best-in-class safety and disciplined processes
- You are a strategic thinker who can translate vision into execution across multiple sites
- You thrive in complex environments and excel at aligning teams toward common goals
- You are comfortable challenging the status quo and driving measurable change
At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.
Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.
With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!
We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.
You belong here. Join us today!
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Regional Operations Manager Job Market in Illinois
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Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regional operations manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a closely related field required
- Five or more years of multi-site or regional operations leadership experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing P&L, budgets, and cost-reduction initiatives across multiple locations
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and standard operations reporting tools
- Strong record of leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvement initiatives
- Willingness to travel regularly throughout the Illinois region and occasionally nationally
Regional Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regional operations manager in Illinois?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, supply chain, or a related field, followed by progressive management experience, ideally in multi-site roles. Illinois does not require a state-issued license specific to regional operations management, but employers in regulated industries such as healthcare or food distribution may require relevant sector credentials. Building experience at Illinois-based companies in logistics, manufacturing, or healthcare administration and pursuing certifications like PMP or Lean Six Sigma strengthens candidacy significantly.
How much do regional operations managers make in Illinois?
Regional operations managers in Illinois earn a median of about $103,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,240 for the lowest 10% to over $269,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire regional operations managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring regional operations managers in Illinois right now include BayMark Health Services, Pearl Healthcare, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, large healthcare systems, and major distribution hubs means the pool of active employers tends to be broad and relatively stable year over year.
Which Illinois cities have the most regional operations manager jobs?
The Illinois cities with the most regional operations manager openings are Chicago, Joliet, and Lyons. Chicago dominates because it hosts the state's largest concentration of corporate headquarters, logistics hubs, and healthcare networks, while Peoria and Rockford draw openings from heavy manufacturing and distribution employers, including Caterpillar's global operations footprint and the regional distribution infrastructure that anchors those metro areas.
Are there remote regional operations manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're uncommon. Regional operations management is inherently a field-facing role that typically requires in-person oversight of facilities, teams, and processes. About 100% of regional operations manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with fully remote arrangements most often found in roles focused on data analysis, reporting, or oversight of already-autonomous site managers rather than direct operational supervision.
How can I get hired as a regional operations manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is securing an operations supervisor or area manager role and building upward. Large Illinois employers such as Advocate Health Care, United Parcel Service, and major retailers operating distribution centers in the Chicago metro area regularly hire for frontline operations leadership roles that feed into regional tracks. Pursuing a Lean Six Epsilon or PMP certification while in an entry-level operations role signals readiness for broader responsibility and distinguishes candidates in a field where demonstrated results matter more than titles.
Where can I find and apply to regional operations manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to regional operations manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated on an ongoing basis. Find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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