Top 654 Manager Jobs in Defiance Oh

Plant Manager – New Manufacturing Facility Launch
APA SOLAR LLC —Napoleon, OH
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Engineering
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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11d
Human Resources Manager
Cosmetics —Defiance, OH
- Up to $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Facilities Manager Specialist
Temco Logistics —Ohio
- $85,000 - $105,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Up to 50% travel
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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4d
Client Services Manager (REMOTE; Bach degree req. $65-80K)
#twiceasnice Recruiting —Ohio
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2d
Security Area Manager I
Goodwill Columbus —Ohio
- From $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
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10d
Retail Associate Manager
T-Mobile USA, Inc. —Defiance, OH
- $43,200 - $96,000 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid parental leave
- AD&D insurance
4d
Oil Change Shop Manager - Shop#3020 - 1000 N Clinton Street
Take 5 Oil Change —Defiance, OH
- $43,800 - $72,200 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
11d
Retail Store Manager
Spectrum —Defiance, OH
- $57,400 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- 3 years
- Opportunities for advancement
2d
Public Communications Manager
The City of Bryan —Bryan, OH
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Regional Manager
Aspen Dental —Defiance, OH
- $80,000 - $82,000 a year
- Full-time
- Dental office
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
Manufacturing Group Leader - Maintenance - Defiance
General Motors —Defiance, OH
- Email
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Senior level
- Benefits from day one
Complex Plant Manager
Johns Manville —Defiance, OH
- $181,300 - $249,300 a year
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- 11+ years
- Residential
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
General Manager
Dunhams Sports —Defiance, OH
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Analysis skills
- Store discount
- Disability insurance
Sales and Marketing Manager (Mid-Level)
MetaLINK Technologies —Defiance, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Automotive Office Manager
Yes Automotive —Hamler, OH
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Dealership
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
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10d
Service Manager
TRULAND Equipment —Wauseon, OH
- Sales
- Dealership
- Heavy equipment operation
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Sales Manager position
Hardline International Inc. —West Unity, OH
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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9d
Maintenance Supervisor
Balchem Corporation —Defiance, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Leadership
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Business Development Sales Manager
APA Solar —Bryan, OH
- $75,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Project Manager- Industrial Water Treatment
E.S. Wagner Co. —Defiance, OH
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Plant Manager – New Manufacturing Facility Launch

APA SOLAR LLC -
Napoleon, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $100,000 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Defect resolution root cause analysis
Team leadership
Laser cutting
Operational management
Mechanical system commissioning projects
Manufacturing facility experience
Supervising experience
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Managing manufacturing teams
Welding
Metal forming fabrication
Commissioning phase involvement
Manufacturing engineering
Quality improvement programs in engineering
Field commissioning
Manufacturing company experience
Implementing lean manufacturing processes
Failure analysis

Full Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Plant Manager to lead the startup, installation, and operational launch of our new manufacturing facility. This is a unique opportunity to build a manufacturing operation from the ground up, including equipment installation, workforce development, process implementation, and production ramp-up.

The Plant Manager will be responsible for overseeing approximately 40 employees operating automated welding systems, laser cutting equipment, and roll forming machinery. The successful candidate will combine strong technical manufacturing knowledge with proven leadership skills to establish a safe, efficient, and high-performing operation.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Startup & Equipment Launch

Lead all activities associated with commissioning and launching a new manufacturing facility.
Coordinate installation, testing, validation, and startup of welding, laser cutting, and roll forming equipment.
Work closely with equipment suppliers, contractors, engineering teams, and leadership to ensure successful project execution.
Develop production workflows, plant layout improvements, and material flow processes.
Establish preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability standards.

Operations Management

Direct daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
Manage production schedules and staffing requirements to meet customer demand.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and throughput optimization.
Ensure compliance with all company policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental requirements.

Leadership & Workforce Development

Recruit, train, and develop a team of approximately 40 production employees, supervisors, and support personnel.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and operational excellence.
Conduct performance evaluations and establish employee development plans.
Promote employee engagement and maintain positive workforce relations.

Quality & Safety

Establish and maintain quality systems that ensure customer requirements are consistently met.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for quality and operational issues.
Champion a proactive safety culture with zeroincident expectations.
Ensure all equipment and processes comply with applicable safety standards.

Financial & Strategic Responsibilities

Manage plant budgets, labor utilization, and operational expenses.
Support capital expenditure planning and future facility expansion initiatives.
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute strategic manufacturing objectives.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including supervisory responsibility.
Demonstrated experience launching, commissioning, or significantly expanding manufacturing operations.
Strong knowledge of welding, laser cutting, roll forming, and metal fabrication processes.
Experience leading teams in a fastpaced production environment.
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred

Experience managing greenfield manufacturing startups.
Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
Background in metal fabrication, building products, automotive, industrial equipment, or related industries.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

Base salary: [$90,000 $100,000]
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

If you are passionate about building manufacturing operations, developing teams, and leading a facility from startup through full production, we encourage you to apply.

About APA SOLAR LLC

APA Solar is a leading provider of solar racking and foundation solutions for commercial and utility-scale fixed-tilt and tracker interface projects. APA designs, engineers, and manufactures systems in-house to deliver consistent quality, performance, and reliability across diverse site conditions. With over 15 years of racking engineering experience, APA delivers durable, cost-effective solutions focused on simplicity, fast installation, and competitive system design, including proprietary alternative tracker foundation technologies. A rigorous quality program and experienced teams continuously refine offerings to reduce hardware and labor costs without compromising reliability. In Q3 2025, APA Solar became part of ARRAY, strengthening renewable infrastructure leadership. Through a team-first approach, APA partners with developers, contractors, and EPCs to deliver dependable, cost-effective solar racking systems for utility-scale ground mount projects.

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manager jobs in defiance oh

Plant Manager – New Manufacturing Facility Launch

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