Plant General Manager - Maple Heights, OH

Mission Hires is partnering with a leading automotive manufacturer to hire a Plant General Manager for a complex manufacturing facility in Maple Heights, OH (on-site). The Plant GM will own end-to-end plant operations, including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and P&L performance. This leader will drive KPI- and data-driven execution, champion Lean/TPS and continuous improvement, and develop high-performing operational teams to meet customer requirements, new program launches, and budget targets.

• Own and manage all plant operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets
• Lead P&L performance, meet budgets, and manage financial results to plan
• Set, track, and manage plant KPIs and operational targets; drive data-driven decisions
• Analyze plant budgets to identify and execute cost reduction opportunities
• Ensure production schedules are met at or below budgeted costs and to specifications
• Direct method, planning, and process changes to meet or exceed forecasts and control costs
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures; enforce and model safe work practices
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, TPS, and structured problem-solving methodologies
• Ensure customer requirements are consistently met; proactively resolve customer issues
• Develop and execute plant manufacturing strategies for financial and service commitments
• Lead, mentor, and professionally develop operational leaders and staff
• Oversee quality systems and adherence to TS-16949 policies and procedures
• Plan and lead successful new program launches within the plant
• Maintain a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance
• Coordinate cross-functional alignment to support production, maintenance, quality, and logistics

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required
• Recent experience managing an automotive manufacturing plant
• Demonstrated success in complex manufacturing operations
• Training/certification in Lean Manufacturing, Toyota Production System (TPS), or other structured problem-solving methods
• Proven track record delivering strong continuous improvement results
• Proficiency with P&L, balance sheet, and financial reporting
• Experience operating within data- and metrics-driven management systems (KPI/scorecards)
• Familiarity with TS-16949 policies and procedures
• Successful new program launch experience in automotive manufacturing
• Strong talent selection, development, and leadership of professional staff
• Excellent decision-making, interpersonal, and team motivation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and delegate effectively
• Commitment to rigorous safety standards and compliance
• On-site presence in Maple Heights, OH (no remote)