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Plant Manager
Fairfield, OH, US · On-site · Full-time
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About the role
ManufacturingSupply Chain
 
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, including printing, painting, CNC, assembly, shipping, receiving, and logistics. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, manufacturing experience, and a proven track record of improving safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily plant operations and ensure production schedules are met.
- Manage department supervisors and drive accountability across all teams.
- Maintain plant safety and ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.
- Improve productivity, quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, scrap, and rework.
- Manage labor, materials, equipment, and operating budgets.
- Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other departments.
- Use ERP/MRP systems to monitor production and operational performance.
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop employees.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of manufacturing experience.
- 7+ years of leadership or management experience.
- Experience managing multiple manufacturing departments.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, plant safety, and compliance.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems; Epicor preferred.
- Strong knowledge of production planning, budgeting, and operations.
- Experience in custom fabrication, millwork, signage, woodworking, printing, or metal fabrication preferred.
- Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.