Plant Manager | Akron, OH

The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree preferred10+ years of manufacturing leadership experiencePrevious Plant Manager, Operations Manager, or similar leadership backgroundStrong financial and operational acumenExperience leading multi-department manufacturing operationsLean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experienceProven success developing leaders and high-performing teamsExcellent communication and leadership skills. About Our ClientOur client is a successful manufacturer serving a diverse customer base across industrial and consumer markets.

Plant ManagerFull operational ownership of a growing manufacturing facility. Opportunity to shape company culture and operational performance.About Our ClientOur client is a successful manufacturer serving a diverse customer base across industrial and consumer markets. The company has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer service while continuing to invest in equipment, technology, and workforce development.Job DescriptionLead all daily plant operationsManage production, maintenance, engineering, quality, and materials functionsEstablish and monitor operational KPIsDevelop and execute strategic improvement initiativesDrive safety and quality performance throughout the facilityLead workforce planning and employee development effortsManage budgets and plant financial performanceSupport capital investment and facility expansion projectsDevelop supervisors and department managersFoster a culture of accountability and continuous improvementMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree preferred10+ years of manufacturing leadership experiencePrevious Plant Manager, Operations Manager, or similar leadership backgroundStrong financial and operational acumenExperience leading multi-department manufacturing operationsLean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experienceProven success developing leaders and high-performing teamsExcellent communication and leadership skills.What's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $160,000 USD.Annual bonus opportunityComprehensive healthcare benefits401(k) with company matchGenerous PTO packageLeadership development opportunitiesLong-term growth potentialJob SummarySector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Operations ManagementIndustry: Industrial / ManufacturingWhere: AkronContract Type: PermanentConsultant name: Michael TurnerJob Reference: JN-072026-7074194