Plant Manager: Scale Operations & Lean Excellence

Michael Page; Independence (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities to lead and grow

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

A well-established industrial manufacturer in Independence, Ohio, is seeking a Plant Manager to lead and scale operations in a high-growth environment. The role involves ensuring performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess hands-on leadership experience and a strong data-driven mindset. The position offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $175,000, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven success driving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity metrics.
• Comfort owning total plant performance and engaging with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale all plant operations, including Manufacturing, Materials, Quality, Test, Safety, and Maintenance.
• Own overall plant performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Experience scaling production in a fast‑growth manufacturing environment

Hands‑on leadership of supervisors and functional leaders

Deep exposure to Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement

Data‑driven mindset

Strong problem‑solving and financial acumen

Experience leading cross‑functional teams through ambiguity and change

Job description

A well-established industrial manufacturer in Independence, Ohio, is seeking a Plant Manager to lead and scale operations in a high-growth environment. The role involves ensuring performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess hands-on leadership experience and a strong data-driven mindset. The position offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $175,000, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within the organization.