Plant Manager - Ohio

Plant Manager – Full Site Leadership

Location: Toledo, OH | Full-Time | On-Site

Compensation: $140K–$160K Base + Bonus + Full Benefits

Relocation Support Available

A global tier 1 automotive manufacturer in the Toledo, OH area is hiring a Plant Manager to lead a key site supporting high-demand product lines. As part of a leadership realignment, this facility is investing in long‑term stability and operational excellence—and this role will play a critical part in that transformation.

This is a high‑impact, site‑level leadership role with full PÄL responsibility and direct visibility to divisional leadership. You’ll oversee all aspects of operations, lead a large hourly workforce, and drive results across cost, delivery, quality, and culture.

• Lead all plant functions:
  Production, Maintenance, Quality, HR, Logistics, and Safety
• Drive performance across QCDP metrics (Quality, Cost, Delivery, People)
• Develop and execute plant budgets, labor plans, and operational targets
• Champion a continuous improvement mindset while building team engagement
• Lead staffing, training, and development across salaried and hourly teams
• Ensure site readiness for new product launches
  , audits, and corporate initiatives
• Maintain a strong safety and compliance culture in line with regulatory and internal standards
• Represent the facility in cross-functional planning with corporate teams

• Proven plant leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong track record managing large hourly teams and cross-functional salaried staff
  
  Demonstrated ability to deliver against KPIs, budgets, and CI initiatives
• Experience managing P&L or departmental budgets at the site level
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; technical or engineering background a plus

• Builds and leads high‑performing teams
• Communicates clearly and manages with professional courage
• Focused on accountability, coaching, and long‑term performance
• Committed to ethical leadership and safety‑first culture

• Lead a high‑visibility plant with direct support from corporate and shared services
• Step into a role with ownership and autonomy
  , not bureaucracy
• Work with a team committed to operational excellence and leadership development
• Strong base compensation + bonus + relocation and full benefits
• Be part of a long‑term leadership plan with career progression potential

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