Plant General Manager - Maple Heights, OH

MissionHires; Maple Heights (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking a Plant General Manager for a leading automotive manufacturer in Maple Heights, OH. This role involves overseeing all plant operations, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and cost management. You will lead financial performance, enforce compliance, and drive continuous improvement efforts through Lean methodologies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and experience in managing automotive manufacturing plants, with a strong commitment to safety standards. This is an on-site position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• Recent experience managing an automotive manufacturing plant.
• Proven track record delivering strong continuous improvement results.
• Familiarity with TS-16949 policies and procedures.

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.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, TPS, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data-driven decision making

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS)

Job description

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)