Plant Manager: Lean Ops, Safety & Growth

Lennox AES; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Lennox AES, a division of Lennox, seeks a Plant Manager for its Wheeling, WV facility. The role leads daily manufacturing operations, safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive productivity and cost control.

Strong leadership, P&L experience, and Lean/Six Sigma background are essential for this on-site role. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, a Bachelor’s in Engineering, and a track record of delivering safe, high-quality output while partnering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, including facility oversight.
• Proven track record of managing plant P&L, budgets, and financial performance.
• Strong background in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Experience in managing capital projects and facility upgrades is a plus.
• HVAC industry is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for plant operations, including manufacturing, facility maintenance, and support functions.
• Oversee production supervisors and ensure effective management of day-to-day plant activities.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency while reducing costs.
• Lead and manage plant P&L, budgets, and capital expenditures.
• Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental regulations; champion a culture of safety across the facility.
• Conduct regular Gemba walks and lead plant-wide safety meetings to ensure accountability, employee engagement, and a proactive safety culture.
• Implement lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes.
• Oversee facility maintenance programs, including preventive and predictive maintenance, to minimize downtime.
• Partner with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to ensure product quality, on-time delivery, and operational excellence.
• Drive employee engagement, training, and leadership development within the plant workforce.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning, long-term capacity expansion, and capital projects.
• Monitor KPIs and operational metrics to track progress, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
• Strategic Leadership & Vision
• Operational Excellence & Safety Focus

Skills

Plant leadership

Lean manufacturing

P&L management

Budget management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Lennox AES, a division of Lennox, seeks a Plant Manager for its Wheeling, WV facility. The role leads daily manufacturing operations, safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives to drive productivity and cost control.

Strong leadership, P&L experience, and Lean/Six Sigma background are essential for this on-site role. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of manufacturing leadership, a Bachelor’s in Engineering, and a track record of delivering safe, high-quality output while partnering