Plant Manager Director

Overview Our client a well-established manufacturing organization in the Cleveland Ohio area is seeking an experienced Plant Manager / Director to lead all aspects of site operations. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving safety quality productivity and profitability across the facility. The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who can build high-performing teams and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for all plant operations including production maintenance quality engineering materials and logistics Champion a strong safety culture ensuring compliance with OSHA environmental and company standards Develop and manage the plants operating budget controlling costs and driving profitability against financial targets Set track and report on key performance indicators such as safety quality on-time delivery OEE scrap and labor efficiency Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and related methodologies Ensure products meet quality standards and customer requirements supporting ISO or other relevant certifications Oversee production planning and scheduling to meet customer demand while optimizing capacity and inventory levels Recruit develop coach and retain a strong leadership team and workforce including succession planning Foster positive employee relations and engagement working effectively in a union or non-union environment as applicable Direct capital expenditure planning and lead equipment facility and technology improvement projects Collaborate with sales supply chain engineering and corporate leadership to align plant operations with business objectives Manage preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime Serve as the primary site representative for customers auditors regulators and the local community Prepare and present regular operational and financial reports to senior leadership Requirements Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Management Business or a related field (MBA a plus) 10 years of manufacturing experience including at least 5 years in a plant leadership role (Plant Manager Operations Manager or similar) Proven track record of improving safety quality delivery and cost performance Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools; Six Sigma certification preferred Full P&L or budget management experience Demonstrated ability to lead develop and motivate large multi-shift teams Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven decision making Excellent communication problem-solving and stakeholder management skills Familiarity with OSHA EPA and ISO standards Benefits and Compensation Our client is offering a competitive base salary of $150000 $200000 per year depending on experience along with a comprehensive benefits package including: Performance-based annual bonus Medical dental and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and paid holidays Life and disability insurance Professional development opportunities

Required Skills:

Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Management Business or a related field (MBA a plus) 10 years of manufacturing experience including at least 5 years in a plant leadership role (Plant Manager Operations Manager or similar) Proven track record of improving safety quality delivery and cost performance Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools; Six Sigma certification preferred Full P&L or budget management experience Demonstrated ability to lead develop and motivate large multi-shift teams Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data-driven decision making Excellent communication problem-solving and stakeholder management skills Familiarity with OSHA EPA and ISO standards