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Plant Manager at Confidential Company Plant Manager at Confidential Company in Dayton, Ohio Posted in about 15 hours ago.
Type:
full-time The Plant Manager will be a dynamic people leader who can lead this company through growth in a high-precision, aerospace manufacturing environment. Reporting to a group executive, this leader will drive development, safety, quality, on-time delivery, and financial performance. Key Responsibilities Operations & Production Management Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations to hit production schedules and customer shipping deadlines. Manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, on-time delivery (OTD), efficiency, and labor productivity. Partner with engineering and machining teams to optimize CNC workflows, tooling choices, and advanced manufacturing processes. Quality & Regulatory Compliance Maintain strict adherence to aerospace standards, including AS9100 and ISO9001 certifications. Ensure strict compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and federal export control laws. Foster a zero-defect culture through rigorous root cause analysis and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) systems. Financial & Budgetary Control Manage the site-level Profit and Loss (P&L) statement, operational budgets, and capital expenditure planning. Implement cost-reduction strategies and lean manufacturing principles without compromising quality or safety. Leadership & Team Development Lead cross-functional departmental managers, including Production, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety), and Supply Chain. Mentor staff and build operational discipline across all shifts.
Required Qualifications Experience:
15+ years of plant management experience in a high-precision, regulated manufacturing environment, aerospace experience required.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's or MBA is a plus).
Technical Knowledge:
Deep familiarity with AS9100 quality management systems, lean manufacturing, and CNC machining processes.
Legal Requirement:
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to meet ITAR compliance standards.