Operations Manager

Dayton, Ohio, United States


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Type: Permanent

Experience: Standard Management (Manager/Supervisor of Staff)

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Category: Manufacturing / Production

Industry: Manufacturing & Dist / Automotive

Company: Snyder Executive Search, Inc.

Reference ID: UWXKi5

Date Posted: 09/09/2025

Shortcut: http://jobs.mrinetwork.com/9zWlOs


 

 

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.

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