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Plant Manager
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What they do
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
Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Plant Manager to lead our manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence across all facets of plant management. This position offers an engaging opportunity for a dedicated professional eager to lead manufacturing excellence. If you possess the requisite skills in production management, process optimization, and team leadership within a global manufacturing setting, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping innovative solutions that drive operational success.Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required (engineering or technical related degree preferred) with 12+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including 5+ years as a Plant Manager or equivalent senior site leadership role.
- Demonstrated success leading large, complex, multi‑line manufacturing operations with union and salaried workforces.
- Proven ability to deliver measurable improvements in safety, productivity, quality, cost, and employee engagement.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L performance and capital programs.
- Deep knowledge of continuous improvement disciplines (Lean, Six Sigma, Kepner‑Tregoe, or similar).
- Experience with environmental permitting, regulatory agencies, and safety program leadership.
- Strong technical and mechanical aptitude with the ability to challenge and improve manufacturing systems.
- Highly effective communicator and collaborator, capable of influencing at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to set clear direction, prioritize competing demands, and drive disciplined execution.
Responsibilities:
- Full responsibility for a multi‑site, operation with 600+ hourly and 60+ salaried employees, multiple unions, and diverse product lines.
- Drive major capital investments, rebuilds, automation, and potential expansion.
- Significant interaction with senior leadership and corporate stakeholders.