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Plastic Executive Recruiters, LLC
Plant Manager
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A Production Plant Manager directs work and resources needed for a manufacturing production process. Plans and manages production work that meets cost, quality and quantity specifications for a company or project.
$117,438 / year median in Ohio
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Plant Manager Plastic Executive Recruiters, LLC Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $150,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Relocation assistance Qualifications Plant management Manufacturing facility experience Team development Profit & loss Leadership Full Job Description Plant Manager - Injection & Compression Molding Ohio / West Virginia Border (Ohio River Region) Join a stable, family-owned manufacturer with a strong market presence and a clear path for operational turnaround and leadership growth. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a 50-person facility and play a key role in elevating performance, systems, and culture—with full support from an experienced leadership team. The company specializes in injection and compression molding with proprietary processes that differentiate them in the market, holding approximately 25% share across North America. With additional operations in Northern Ohio and India, this role offers both immediate impact and long-term advancement potential. What You'll Do Lead day-to-day plant operations for a 50-employee manufacturing facility Drive a structured plant turnaround focused on efficiency, output, and accountability Build and reinforce systems, processes, and performance metrics across production Maintain a strong presence on the floor—coaching, engaging, and developing the team Partner with leadership to implement continuous improvement initiatives Develop into full P&L responsibility over time (prior experience not required) What We're Looking For Background in injection molding. Prefer if also has compression molding. Experience as a Plant Manager, Production Manager, or Operations Manager Hands-on leadership style with a strong floor presence Systems-oriented mindset with a focus on process improvement and consistency Proven ability to lead teams through change or operational improvement Desire to grow into broader business leadership, including financial ownership Why This Role Family-owned company with strong culture and long-tenured employees (many 20+ years) Opportunity to lead a true turnaround with executive-level support Clear path to advancement into higher-level leadership roles Exposure to global operations (U.S. and India) Significant market presence with proprietary manufacturing advantages Location Located along the Ohio River on the Ohio / West Virginia border, this site offers a lower cost of living and is within two hours of Columbus, OH. H1