Plant Manager

Talan Products, Inc; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is searching for a results-driven Plant Manager to lead their manufacturing team. This hands-on role emphasizes lean transformation and team development within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record in manufacturing leadership, focusing on operational excellence and continuous improvement. With a commitment to safety and collaboration, this position plays a critical role in shaping the future of the organization. Join a company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact on productivity and culture.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Success in leading lean initiatives like Kaizen and TPM.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of supervisors and frontline employees.
• Drive lean improvements in productivity and quality.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Communication Skills

ERP Systems

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Certifications in Lean Manufacturing

Tools

ERP Systems

Excel

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About the Company

Established in 1986, Talan Products has achieved an impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) exceeding 18% to date, with ongoing growth projections. Our core focus lies in supplying metal stampings and fabricated aluminum extrusions to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across disruptive industries such as construction, solar energy, LED lighting, and electric vehicles.

Description

Established in 1986, Talan Products has achieved an impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) exceeding 18% to date, with ongoing growth projections. Our core focus lies in supplying metal stampings and fabricated aluminum extrusions to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across disruptive industries such as construction, solar energy, LED lighting, and electric vehicles.

Talan stands as a distinguished, award-winning entity, boasting numerous local and national accolades for its remarkable growth, strategic leadership, and commitment to safety. Through rigorous industry benchmarking, we consistently rank at the forefront of our sector across various performance metrics, including quality, revenue per employee, and safety standards.

At the heart of Talan’s success is our deeply ingrained organizational culture, anchored in core values of safety, collaboration, tenacity, and respect. These values resonate throughout our workforce, fostering strong internal cohesion, enduring relationships with our initial clients, and the cultivation of new partnerships driving our ongoing growth trajectory.

About The Role

We are seeking a results-driven Plant Manager with expertise in lean transformation, team development, and technology implementation. This position holds significant importance within Talan’s leadership team.

Our production team is composed of a dynamic mix of experienced and new talent, brought in to meet increasing customer demand. The ideal candidate is passionate about developing people and has a strong track record of leading lean transformation in manufacturing environments.

While our foundation lies in metal stamping and aluminum extrusion, our operations are expanding into automation, assembly, and post-processing. Talan is in the early stages of its lean journey, and the Plant Manager will play a critical role in driving improvements in productivity, quality, and culture.

This hands-on leadership role will be responsible for overseeing daily operations while also shaping long-term strategic initiatives related to capacity planning, safety, capital investment, and team growth.

Core Responsibilities

Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and develop a team of 3 supervisors and 80+ frontline employees.
• Foster a safe, respectful, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.
• Effectively allocate supervisors and resources to maximize utilization and efficiency.

Communication & Collaboration

• Work cross-functionally with supply chain, customer service, maintenance, and executive leadership to align goals and ensure operational continuity.
• Share key insights and progress through regular shift reports, production updates, and leadership meetings.

Process Improvement

• Lead and champion lean events such as Kaizen, SMED, and TPM.
• Identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities.
• Ensure accountability in the execution of improvements and track progress over time.

Training & Development

• Train supervisors and leads to become lean agents of change.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to improve recruiting, onboarding, and retention processes.

Strategic Planning & Growth

• Identify and present solutions for capacity constraints, staffing needs, and capital improvements.
• Take ownership of aspects of new product launches, including ramp-up and troubleshooting.

Technology & Data Utilization

• Leverage ERP systems to streamline scheduling, workflow, and reporting.
• Support the implementation of production data systems for downtime tracking, quality, and material movement.

Key Objectives

• Achieve zero reportable accidents.
• Maintain zero external PPM quality issues.
• Improve efficiency through lean initiatives.
• Drive 90-day and 180-day new hire retention metrics.

Requirements

Experience & Skills

• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in leading lean manufacturing initiatives (Kaizen, SMED, TPM, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across departments and influence outcomes.
• Operational familiarity with ERP systems and data analysis tools (Excel, dashboards, etc.).
• Hands-on, action-oriented approach with the ability to drive culture and accountability on the shop floor.
• Familiarity with metal stamping, aluminum extrusion, or related manufacturing processes is preferred.

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent practical experience) is preferred.
• Certifications or formal training in lean manufacturing principles are advantageous.

Preferred Qualities

• Strong analytical thinking and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to coach, develop, and inspire teams toward high performance.
• Comfortable balancing day-to-day execution with long-term strategic planning.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing