General Manager

Universal Metal Products; Pemberville (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Metal Products (UMP) is seeking a hands-on, people-first General Manager to lead our Pemberville, Ohio facility. This role is ideal for a manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds strong teams, and drives operational excellence.

The General Manager will oversee daily plant operations, production planning, staffing, and continuous improvement while ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience with metal forming, stamping, or automotive supply (preferred).
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to drive results while building a positive culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, and throughput.
• Oversee production planning, staffing, and continuous improvement.
• Manage customer commitments, delivery performance, and cost control.
• Train, coach, and develop across all levels.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Team building

Operations management

Process improvement

Communication

Job description

Universal Metal Products (UMP) is seeking a hands-on, people-first General Manager to lead our Pemberville, Ohio facility. This role is ideal for a manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, builds strong teams, and drives operational excellence.

What You’ll Lead

• Daily plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, and throughput
• A strong team of operators, technicians, and supervisors
• Production planning, staffing, and continuous improvement
• Customer commitments, delivery performance, and cost control
• Training, coaching, and development across all levels

What Makes UMP Different

• 75+ years of stability and growth
• Clean, organized, safety-focused facilities
• Long-tenured teams
• Clear pathways for advancement across multiple locations

What You Bring

• 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
• Proven success managing teams in a production environment
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to drive results while building a positive culture
• Experience with metal forming, stamping, or automotive supply (preferred)

Why This Role Matters

The Pemberville plant is a key part of UMP’s multi-state footprint. The General Manager plays a critical role in leading people, strengthening processes, and ensuring we deliver for our customers every day.