Plant Manager

Confidential; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, located in Akron, OH, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations and drive performance across safety, quality, productivity, and employee development. The role requires 15+ years in manufacturing with 7+ years in plant or operations leadership, plus experience in machining, fabrication, coating, and assembly.

You will monitor KPIs, champion lean initiatives, manage budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives while building high‑performing

Qualifications

• 15+ years of manufacturing experience with 7+ years in plant or operations leadership.
• Experience in machining, fabrication, coating, and assembly operations.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills.
• ERP/MRP system experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations and production planning
• Drive continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and operational excellence
• Manage plant safety, quality, maintenance, and workforce development
• Monitor KPIs and optimize productivity, cost, and delivery performance
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

Position Overview

Now Hiring: Plant Manager

Location: Akron, OHStatus: Full-Time

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available.

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead plant operations and drive performance across safety, quality, productivity, and employee development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily manufacturing operations and production planning
• Drive continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and operational excellence
• Manage plant safety, quality, maintenance, and workforce development
• Monitor KPIs and optimize productivity, cost, and delivery performance
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of manufacturing experience with 7+ years in plant or operations leadership
• Experience in machining, fabrication, coating, and assembly operations
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills
• ERP/MRP system experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred

What We're Looking For: A hands‑on leader with a proven track record of building high‑performing teams, improving operational performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and safety.