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Director of Operations / Plant Manager - Manufacturing

Cincinnati , United States
full-time

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Lead full P&L operations within multiple manufacturing sectors while driving operational excellence and team performance across diverse teams of 50–500+ employees.

Confidential Search – Director of Operations / Plant Manager – Manufacturing

Overview:

We're partnering with established manufacturing companies—across automotive, food, chemical, and general industrial sectors—seeking experienced operations leaders. If you're a Plant Manager, Director of Operations, or senior manufacturing leader exploring what's next, we'd like to connect.

What Our Clients Typically Look For:

  • Full P&L responsibility for plant or multi-site operations
  • Leadership of production, maintenance, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Proven results in safety, cost, delivery, and quality performance
  • Experience managing teams of 50–500+ employees
  • Track record of operational turnarounds, lean implementation, or capacity expansion
  • Ability to partner with senior leadership and translate strategy into execution

Common Backgrounds:

  • Plant Manager or General Manager with 5–15+ years in manufacturing
  • Director or Sr. Director of Operations (single or multi-site)
  • Production or Manufacturing Manager ready for the next step
  • Industries: automotive, food & beverage, chemical, plastics, metals, packaging, consumer products, industrial OEM

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field

7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience

Demonstrated results in safety, productivity, and cost improvement

Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies

Strong leadership presence and ability to build high-performing teams

Benefits

Compensation:

Opportunities typically range from $120K–$200K+ depending on scope, location, and experience.

Location:

Opportunities across the U.S.—Midwest, Southeast, and other manufacturing regions. Some roles offer relocation assistance.

About This Search:

We're currently partnering with multiple manufacturing clients seeking experienced operations leaders. Due to the confidential nature of these searches, specific company details will be shared with qualified candidates. If your background aligns, we'd welcome the chance to connect about current and upcoming opportunities.

Interested?

Apply with your resume. In your application, mention your target role, preferred location, and what matters most in your next move.

Knowhirematch

We are a technical recruiting boutique firm, with roots in software and technology development, and experience as hiring managers, for startups and mid-sized companies, across a variety of industries.

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$120,000 – $200,000 per year
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