Job Ref: # 3362389
Date Posted: 12/17/2025
City, State: Columbus, OH
Description
The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the quality, safety, output, and cost performance of the Production Plant. This role manages all Warehouse, Production, and Assembly operations to ensure on-time delivery, production schedule attainment, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. The position works closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Scheduling to ensure proper support from indirect departments and collaborates with Japanese staff to drive capital investment, process planning, operational changes, and Kaizen initiatives.
Major Responsibilities
Instruction & Leadership
- Follow all company rules and directives from supervisors (including indirect supervisors).
- Provide clear instructions to subordinates and assist in developing personnel improvement plans and training.
- Ensure employees receive the necessary tools, support, and training to be effective in their roles.
Work Environment Management
- Monitor and improve workplace conditions by eliminating Muri (overburden), Muda (waste), and Mura (unevenness).
- Promote strong Lean Manufacturing practices and uphold 5S/3T standards.
Employee & Workflow Management
- Oversee attendance, vacation approvals, and overtime processes for office and factory staff.
- Review daily and weekly performance against targets and make adjustments to ensure schedules and production goals are met.
Equipment Management & Analysis
- Understand equipment operating rates and capacity; collaborate with Engineering to update or introduce new equipment as needed.
- Compare production forecasts to actual results and evaluate data for improvements.
- Assess new customer proposals with a strong understanding of equipment capabilities.
Process Load & Scheduling
- Manage a custom-oriented manufacturing environment with a focus on monthly achievement goals.
- Adjust processes based on material availability and order backlog to ensure short lead times and excellent on-time delivery.
Training, Skills, and Operational Capability
- Ensure employees are performing tasks correctly and safely; maintain up-to-date training plans and skill matrices.
- Support employee skill development and advancement.
Operational Management
- Establish efficient operating conditions for production equipment while driving scrap reduction and quality improvement.
- Conduct defect analysis when required and implement countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
Reporting & Documentation
- Report significant issues to the Senior Vice President in a timely manner.
- Communicate appropriately with department managers, Japanese coordinators, and the President as required.
- Subordinate Management
- Develop managers and supervisors to ensure high performance, consistent policy implementation, and a positive work environment.
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
- Post-secondary education or equivalent experience preferred, with an emphasis in machining, manufacturing, process management, or continuous improvement methodologies.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing senior-level managers.
- Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in a Japanese manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
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