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Plant Manager – Manufacturing (Ohio)

We are looking for an experienced and results-oriented Plant Manager to oversee operations at a high-volume manufacturing facility in Ohio. This role will lead all aspects of plant performance, including production, safety, quality, maintenance, and workforce management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct day-to-day plant operations, leading a team of approximately 60 production employees.
• Maintain efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing processes that meet production schedules and customer expectations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop plant supervisors and production staff, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Oversee staffing needs in partnership with HR, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Track and manage KPIs for productivity, quality, safety, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Partner with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing or similar methodologies.
• Develop and manage the plant budget, including labor, materials, maintenance, and capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering, finance, quality, and HR to achieve operational and strategic goals.
• Present plant performance updates and improvement recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing; rubber or polymer processing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, quality systems, maintenance, and safety compliance.
• Proven ability to lead, engage, and motivate teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement tools is a plus.

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