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Plant General Manager

MissionHires

MissionHires is partnering with a leading automotive manufacturer to hire a Plant General Manager for a complex manufacturing facility in Maple Heights, OH (on-site). The Plant GM will own end-to-end plant operations, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and P&L performance. This leader will drive KPI- and data-driven execution, champion Lean/TPS and continuous improvement, and develop high-performing operational teams to meet customer requirements, new program launches, and budget targets.

Responsibilities
  • Own and manage all plant operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
  • Lead P&L performance, meet budgets, and manage financial results to plan
  • Set, track, and manage plant KPIs and operational targets; drive data-driven decisions
  • Analyze plant budgets to identify and execute cost reduction opportunities
  • Ensure production schedules are met at or below budgeted costs and to specifications
  • Direct method, planning, and process changes to meet or exceed forecasts and control costs
  • Ensure compliance with safety procedures; enforce and model safe work practices
  • Drive continuous improvement using Lean, TPS, and structured problem-solving methodologies
  • Ensure customer requirements are consistently met; proactively resolve customer issues
  • Develop and execute plant manufacturing strategies for financial and service commitments
  • Lead, mentor, and professionally develop operational leaders and staff
  • Oversee quality systems and adherence to TS-16949 policies and procedures
  • Plan and lead successful new program launches within the plant
  • Maintain a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance
  • Coordinate cross-functional alignment to support production, maintenance, quality, and logistics
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required
  • Recent experience managing an automotive manufacturing plant
  • Demonstrated success in complex manufacturing operations
  • Training/certification in Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System (TPS), or other structured problem-solving methods
  • Proven track record delivering strong continuous improvement results
  • Proficiency with P&L, balance sheet, and financial reporting
  • Experience operating within data- and metrics-driven management systems (KPI/scorecards)
  • Familiarity with TS-16949 policies and procedures
  • Successful new program launch experience in automotive manufacturing
  • Strong talent selection, development, and leadership of professional staff
  • Excellent decision-making, interpersonal, and team motivation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate effectively
  • Commitment to rigorous safety standards and compliance
  • On-site presence in Maple Heights, OH (no remote)
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