Manufacturing Manager

MJ Recruiters; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing facility in Cincinnati is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to drive continuous improvement and manage operations for a growing company. Ideal candidates will have a robust background in manufacturing management and a passion for leading teams towards maximizing performance and efficiency.

Benefits

Excellent medical benefits (including dental and vision)

Profit sharing and bonus potential

401K

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal days

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of manufacturing operations management experience.
• Ability to oversee at least 50 people.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor direct and indirect reports.
• Manage production efforts across multiple shifts.
• Implement and support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Team Development

KPI Management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred; Minimum high school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Manager

Cincinnati, OH

Lead, Innovate, and Thrive: Shape Your Future with a Stable Industry Leader!

Secure your future

Join a stable, non-automotive industry leader with a diverse business mix that offers long-term career security.

Lead with impact

We're seeking an entrepreneurial spirit and inspirational leader eager to champion what's right and drive significant change.

Innovate and excel

Bring your passion for continuous improvement and make an immediate, tangible impact from day one.

Drive peak performance

Leverage your expertise in KPIs and metrics to maximize site potential and achieve ambitious goals.

Champion turnarounds

If you thrive in turnaround situations, can rally teams, and consistently meet production targets, there's significant untapped potential waiting for you here!

A growing Cincinnati, Ohio chemical manufacturing facility is seeking a Manufacturing Manager. Daily, you will champion continuous improvement, inspire your team of direct and indirect reports, and optimize operations for a profitable, growing company. This position will report to the Plant Manager. In this role, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Foster the importance of a safety-oriented culture within the plant.
• Lead your team by example and coach, mentor, and develop direct and indirect reports to exceed their individual and company goals.
• Act as a change agent for the plant with the daily initiative of improving morale and staff engagement.
• Communicate with customers on the status of production and delivery.
• Work with the Plant Scheduler to meet production goals and make modifications as needed.
• Lead production efforts on multiple shifts to ensure customer expectations are met; foster and improve customer communication.
• Attend daily meetings and offer regular communication to team members on production status and process updates.
• Maximize efficiencies by identifying continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track the production budget, including headcount and cost.
• Work with the maintenance team on preventative and predictive maintenance efforts, with the goal of decreasing equipment downtime.
• Lead and support continuous improvement, 5S, and Lean programs at the site to drive engagement and efficiency.
• Monitor and improve KPIs based on safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Lead Kaizen events and update communication boards.
• Other duties as directed by management.

The company is seeking a candidate who enjoys spending up to 75% of their day on the manufacturing floor. Candidates should be able to take ownership of production, lead by example, be comfortable being hands-on as needed, coach and mentor their staff, and infuse energy and excitement into the daily operations of the facility. Qualified candidates should bring professionalism and follow-through and will be passionate about continuous improvement, establishing consistent processes, and meeting KPIs based on data-driven information.

The company offers EXCELLENT medical benefits (including dental and vision), profit sharing and bonus potential, paternity leave, 401K, paid holidays, vacation and personal days. Medical benefits are available the first of the month after start.

REQUIREMENTS for the Manufacturing Manager:

1. A Bachelor's degree is preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required

2. At least 3-5 years of similar manufacturing operations management experience, responsible for at least 50 people

3. Experience overseeing production in fast-paced manufacturing environments

4. Experience overseeing direct and indirect reports

5. Experience overseeing multiple shifts

6. A proven track record of measurable continuous improvements

7. Experience overseeing project timelines and budgets

8. Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel

Skills preferred but NOT required:

1. Formal Lean and/or WCM training or certifications

2. Experience working in turnaround situations

3. Power BI experience

4. ERP experience

Reasons to work for this company:

Company has a diverse business mix and supplies Fortune 500 companies

EXCELLENT benefits, including 401K match, profit sharing, and bonus potential

Plant has capital projects in the works

Fast-paced work environment, focused on continuous improvement and Lean initiatives

Recent infrastructure improvements, enhancing staff experiences

Profitable company positioned for future growth and acquisitions

Candidates are preferred to be local to the Cincinnati, OH area.