Operations Manager – Tier-1 Automotive Supplier
Dayton, OH Area | Non-Union Plant | 600 Employees
Drive Operational Excellence in a Growing Automotive Manufacturing Environment
Our client, a leading Tier-1 automotive supplier, is seeking a results-driven Operations Manager to lead plant operations at their 600-employee, non-union facility in the Dayton, OH area. This is a high-impact role responsible for overseeing production, maintenance, & facilities, while ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety at every step.
Position Summary
The Operations Manager will direct and manage overall plant operations, aligning cross-functional teams to achieve business goals. This leader will play a key role in setting performance standards, developing budgets, improving processes, and driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage up to 600 employees across 3 shifts in overall production operations with a focus on efficiency and quality.
- Coordinate activities across departments to meet manufacturing objectives on time and within budget.
- Develop, implement, and control business plans and plant budgets.
- Establish and monitor performance standards for production, quality, and safety.
- Control and reduce labor overtime, maintenance, and repair costs.
- Ensure adherence to SCORE procedures (Safety, Cleanliness, Organization, Responsiveness, Efficiency).
- Improve morale and performance through strong communication and team leadership.
- Provide training, coaching, and leadership to meet company objectives.
- Participate in corrective actions, counseling, and employment-related decisions.
- Exercise authority to shut down a production line or stop a shipment to a customer in the event of a quality issue.
- Perform other duties as required to support plant success.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of management experience in a manufacturing environment with prior tier-1 automotive manufacturing experience.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate large teams.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and business plans.
- Proficiency with computer systems and manufacturing software.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Work Environment
This role is primarily based in a plant environment, requiring hands-on leadership and a visible presence on the shop floor.
This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an experienced operations professional who thrives in fast-paced automotive manufacturing and wants to make a measurable impact on plant performance, safety, and quality.