Plant Manager

Location/Work Structure:
Fairfield, Ohio (On-site)

Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes in Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accounting functions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct-hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.

• Lead daily plant operations across print, paint, CNC, assembly, shipping, receiving, and logistics.
• Establish production priorities, set departmental goals, and keep work on schedule.
• Build a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental requirements.
• Drive improvements in quality, productivity, on-time delivery, labor utilization, and manufacturing cost.
• Identify and remove production bottlenecks, scrap, rework, and other operational inefficiencies.
• Apply Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root-cause problem-solving practices.
• Coach and develop production supervisors while establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Partner with Sales, Design, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, and Finance.
• Manage labor, material, equipment, and other plant expenses.
• Use ERP and manufacturing data to monitor performance and make informed operational decisions.
• Recruit, develop, and retain strong manufacturing talent.
• Create and maintain clear production processes, procedures, and controls.

• At least 10 years of manufacturing experience, ideally within a custom, project-driven, or high-mix environment.
• At least 7 years of people-leadership experience with direct accountability for operational results.
• Experience leading multiple production departments or manufacturing functions.
• Demonstrated success improving safety, quality, productivity, on-time delivery, labor utilization, and cost.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and hands‑on experience leading plant safety.
• Practical experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strong ERP or MRP experience and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Experience with custom fabrication, millwork, signage, print, woodworking, or metal fabrication.
• Epicor ERP experience.
• Smartsheet experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, operations management, business, or a related field.

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