Top 44 Production manager Jobs in Defiance Oh

Plant Manager – New Manufacturing Facility Launch
APA Solar —Bryan, OH
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Engineering
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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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
Production Lead/Setup
Kamco Industries —West Unity, OH
- $21.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Production Supervisor
JAC Products —Napoleon, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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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Manufacturing Group Leader - Pattern Shop
General Motors —Defiance, OH
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Benefits from day one
Supervisor Production
Advanced Drainage Systems —Napoleon, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
4d
Production Supervisor- Lithography
The Ohio Art Company —Bryan, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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4d
Production Supervisor
Oldcastle Infrastructure —Napoleon, OH
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Business Unit Leader - Converting
First Quality —Defiance, OH
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Business
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Manufacturing Group Leader - Maintenance - Defiance
General Motors —Defiance, OH
- Email
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Senior level
- Benefits from day one
Manufacturing Supervisor
ALTENLOH BRINCK & CO US INC (SPAX, TRUFAST, & TRUF —Bryan, OH
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Commercial
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
12d
Supervisor
Lapham Hickey —Paulding, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Computer skills
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Supervisor Production - 3rd Shift
Defiance Metal Products Co —Defiance, OH
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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Production Supervisor 3rd Shift
Haas Door —Wauseon, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Production Team Leader
Sanoh America, Inc —Archbold, OH
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Windows
Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift
JAC Products —Napoleon, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Business Unit Leader
JAC Products —Napoleon, OH
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Group Leader
5 ACRE MILL —Hicksville, OH
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
3rd shift Production Supervisor
Napoleon Spring Works, Inc —Archbold, OH
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Plant Manager – New Manufacturing Facility Launch

APA Solar -
Bryan, OH

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Job Details

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

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Teamwork
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Team leadership
Laser cutting
Operational management
Mechanical system commissioning projects
Manufacturing facility experience
Team development
Supervising experience
Organizational skills
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 zero-incident 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 fast-paced 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.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Application Question(s):

Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field? If so, what degree, and in what field? (Equivalent experience will be considered)
Do you have a strong knowledge of welding, laser cutting, roll forming, and metal fabrication processes? How many years of experience?

Is there anything else about your experience that you would like the hiring team to know?

Experience:

manufacturing leadership, including supervisory: 7 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Bryan, OH 43506 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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