Plant Manager & Ops Lead — Custom Machining

11th Hour Staffing, Inc; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

11th Hour Staffing, Inc. seeks a hands-on Plant Manager/General Manager to oversee a client’s machining and fabrication facility in the Dayton, Ohio area.

You’ll manage production, quotations, engineering support, and customer relations to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in manufacturing leadership, strong knowledge of machining and fabrication processes, and experience with quotes and lean improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–10 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily machine shop operations and facility.
• Schedule production to meet delivery requirements.
• Lead a team of ~15 employees and ensure safety and quality.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Project management

Communication

Customer service

ERP software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM

ERP software

MS Office

Job description

11th Hour Staffing, Inc. seeks a hands-on Plant Manager/General Manager to oversee a client’s machining and fabrication facility in the Dayton, Ohio area.

You’ll manage production, quotations, engineering support, and customer relations to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in manufacturing leadership, strong knowledge of machining and fabrication processes, and experience with quotes and lean improvements.