Plant Manager

Leoforce; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Leoforce in Ohio is seeking a hands-on Plant Manager to lead daily operations across print, paint, CNC, assembly, shipping, and logistics. You will coach supervisors, drive safety and Continuous Improvement, and partner with Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain and Finance on made-to-order projects.

The role emphasizes on-site leadership, building strong teams, improving safety, quality, delivery and costs while leveraging ERP data to guide decisions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Plant Manager experience and 10+ years in manufacturing.
• Experience overseeing multiple production departments.
• Proven improvements in safety, quality, productivity and costs.
• Lean manufacturing and OSHA knowledge.
• Strong ERP/MRP experience and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations, set department priorities, schedules and staffing.
• Coach and develop supervisors; build an engaged, accountable team.
• Maintain visible floor presence and strong relationships at all levels.
• Ensure safety and OSHA compliance through training and audits.
• Improve quality, delivery, productivity and cost metrics.
• Reduce bottlenecks via Lean tools and root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with Sales, Design, Engineering, PM, Supply Chain and Finance.
• Manage labor, materials, equipment and manufacturing expenses.
• Use ERP data to guide decisions and maintain procedures.
• Support hiring, training and retention across departments.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

ERP/MRP

Excel

Staff development

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or related

Tools

Epicor ERP

Smartsheet

Job description

Experience:

Manager

Salary:

$115,000 - $140,000 per year

Job Details

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Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations, setting department priorities, production schedules, staffing plans, and performance expectations.
• Coach and develop supervisors while building an engaged, accountable team.
• Maintain a visible daily presence on the floor and strong relationships with employees at every level.
• Own plant safety and OSHA/environmental compliance through training, audits, hazard reviews, and incident follow-up.
• Improve quality, on-time delivery, schedule adherence, productivity, labor utilization, and cost.
• Reduce bottlenecks, scrap, and rework through Lean manufacturing and root-cause problem solving.
• Partner with Sales, Design, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, and Finance to execute custom, made-to-order projects.
• Manage labor, materials, equipment, and manufacturing expenses.
• Use ERP systems and performance data to guide decisions and maintain clear production procedures and controls.
• Support hiring, training, and retention across manufacturing departments.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of Plant Manager experience and 10+ years in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of millwork and custom, made-to-order manufacturing.
• Experience overseeing multiple production departments or manufacturing functions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to coach supervisors, connect with employees, and build effective teams.
• Proven improvements in safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and manufacturing costs.
• Practical experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and OSHA requirements.
• Strong ERP/MRP experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Must currently live within a 45-minute commute of Fairfield, OH, and work fully on-site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with retail fixtures, signage, décor, woodworking, print, or metal fabrication.
• Epicor ERP and Smartsheet experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, operations, business, or a related field.

A bit about us:

An established manufacturer serving national retail brands is seeking a hands‑on Plant Manager to lead daily operations and support its next phase of growth. This role oversees print, paint, CNC, assembly, shipping, receiving, and logistics, with a focus on developing supervisors and improving safety, quality, and delivery.

Why join us?

• Strong company culture.
• Competitive compensation package – base + bonus.
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

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