Plant Manager Jobs in Cleveland, OH

A Plant Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing plant. This includes planning, organizing, directing and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customers' expectations, increasing production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards. They also have to ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines. This role requires a deep understanding of the manufacturing process and the ability to successfully lead a team.

The important skills a Plant Manager should have include leadership, organization, analytical thinking, strong communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have knowledge of business and management principles, as well as safety, quality and productivity procedures. A bachelor's degree in industrial management, business administration or a related field is usually required, and some employers may prefer candidates with an MBA. Certifications in project management and lean manufacturing can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Plant Manager, a person may have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Manager, or Operations Manager, which provide valuable manufacturing experience and opportunities for leadership.

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Manufacturing Operations Director

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 7 days ago

.; Qualifications and Experience • Steel machining and fabricating industry experience a plus; • TOC/DBR, Lean manufacturing experience a plus; • Ability to successfully integrate complex business processes...

Operations Manager

  • Richmond Heights, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond Heights, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 13 days ago

Proficient in: Visual Management, Visual Factory, GEMBA, and 5S Root Cause Analysis Statistical Analysis and Interpretation including Designed Experiments...

Operations Manager

  • Parma, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 days ago
  • Parma, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 days ago

Company Description AYR Wellness is a publicly traded, multi-state cannabis company with more than 85 dispensaries. We are one of the largest scale producers of high-quality cannabis in the U.S.,...

Operations Manager, CAK4

  • Valley View, OH (7 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 days ago
  • Valley View, OH (7 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 days ago

Job summary Our WW Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team...

Operations Manager

  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 days ago

This specifically includes lean manufacturing processes, improving service to our customers, building strong employee engagement, and leading this operation in a very fast-moving industry....

Mgr, Plant Engineering

  • Valley City, OH (21 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Valley City, OH (21 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 15 days ago

TWB is seeking a Plant Engineering Manager to lead our engineering and maintenance teams in a highly technical automotive blanking and welding operation. This leader will drive continuous...

Operations Manager

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 15 days ago

This specifically includes lean manufacturing processes, improving service to our customers, building strong employee engagement, and leading this operation in a very fast-moving industry....

Operations Manager - Distribution

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 18 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 18 days ago

For over 125 years, OPW has led the way in designing and manufacturing world-class retail fueling, fluid handling and car wash system solutions for the safe and efficient handling and distribution...

ERP Presales Sr. Director - Manufacturing

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 21 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 21 days ago

Avanade ERP Presales Sr. Director - Manufacturing The Services Team is dedicated to growing Avanade's direct business through proactive partnerships with Sales and Practice teams, fostering deep...

Plant Manager

  • Solon, OH (15 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Solon, OH (15 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 21 days ago

Were looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers...

Director, Manufacturing Technology

  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 24 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 24 days ago

About Us: Founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous operational improvement and extraordinary customer service, we at Pursuit Aerospace pride ourselves on competitive cost structures,...

Director, Manufacturing Technology

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 25 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 25 days ago

Director, Manufacturing Technology Pursuit Aerospace - 3.2 Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time $170,000 - $200,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance...

Operations Manager

  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 25 days ago

The Operations Manager will report daily out of our Brooklyn, OH facility and report directly to the Plant Manager. This facility is an ITAR site....

Manufacturing Plant Manager - Chemical Industry

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 26 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 26 days ago

As a Manufacturing Plant Manager, you will lead plant operations by executing strategic manufacturing initiatives, optimizing production systems, and fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement...

Operations Manager

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 26 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 26 days ago

The Operations Manager will report daily out of our Brooklyn, OH facility and report directly to the Plant Manager. This facility is an ITAR site....

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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Highest Education Level

Plant Managers in Cleveland, OH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.2%
Master's Degree
21.6%
High School or GED
18.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Plant Managers in Cleveland, OH
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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