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Plant Manager
The Boland Group
Location : Cincinnati, OH, 45202
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 1 December 2025
Reasons to work for this company:
Skills preferred but NOT required:
1. Formal Lean and/or Six Sigma training or certifications
Plant Manager - Chemical
Cincinnati, OHLead a thriving operation and build your future at a profitable company that rewards your success with premier benefits and bonus opportunities!Make an impact from day one✔️Build for the future✔️Secure your financial future✔️Join a stable and growing business✔️
Plant Manager - Chemical
Cincinnati, OH
Lead a thriving operation and build your future at a profitable company that rewards your success with premier benefits and bonus opportunities!
Make an impact from day one✔️
This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your leadership in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives will be highly valued!
Build for the future✔️
Partner with engineering on capital projects and infrastructure upgrades designed to enhance plant efficiency and improve the daily experience of your team.
Secure your financial future✔️
Receive an excellent benefits package, including 401K match, profit sharing, and generous bonus opportunities.
Join a stable and growing business✔️
With a diverse client base, including Fortune 500 companies, our client is positioned for long-term profitability and future growth!
Drive transformation and lead a profitable, growing Cincinnati chemical manufacturing facility as Plant Manager, where you'll champion continuous improvement, inspire your team of direct and indirect reports, and optimize operations for a profitable, growing company. In this role, you will have the following responsibilities:
- Lead your team by example and coach, mentor, and develop direct and indirect reports to exceed their individual and company goals
- Oversee daily direction of production, warehousing and engineering
- Lead plant efforts to ensure customer expectations are met; foster and improve customer communication
- Be the voice of the plant for all departments and shifts, offering regular communication and process updates via meetings and communication boards
- Maximize efficiencies by designing and implementing improved manufacturing strategies and allocating assets and resources to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery, volume and productivity goals
- Manage budgets related to cost savings, operations, etc.
- Foster the importance of a safety-oriented culture within the plant
- Work with maintenance teams on preventative and predictive maintenance efforts with the goal of decreasing equipment downtime
- Lead continuous improvement, 5S and Lean programs at the site to drive engagement and efficiency
- Benchmark, develop, implement, communicate and execute the plant's strategic plan
- Work with the engineering team on CapEx projects to complete in a timely manner and on budget
- Develop your leadership team and create a succession plan for current staff and any potential new hires
- Ensure that key performance indicators are in place and work on monitoring and improving KPIs based on safety, quality, productivity and cost
- Confirm compliance with all federal, state, local and corporate policies, laws and regulations
- Other duties as directed by senior leadership
The company is seeking a candidate who enjoys spending up to 30% of their day on the manufacturing floor. Candidates should be able to take ownership of the plant, lead by example, be comfortable being hands on as needed, coach and mentor their staff and infuse energy and excitement into the daily operations of the facility. The qualified individual will be passionate about continuous improvement, establishing consistent processes and meeting KPIs based on data-driven information. The company offers EXCELLENT medical benefits (including dental and vision), profit sharing and bonus opportunities, paternity leave, 401K match, paid holidays, vacation and personal days. Medical benefits are available the first of the month after start.
REQUIREMENTS for the Plant Manager - Chemical:
1. Bachelor's degree in a technical field
REQUIREMENTS for the Plant Manager - Chemical:
1. Bachelor's degree in a technical field
2. At least five years of similar manufacturing operations management experience, responsible for at least 40 people
3. Experience overseeing others in a blending/mixing manufacturing environment, ideally in chemical, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, coatings, etc.
4. Experience overseeing multi-shift operations
5. Experience overseeing direct and indirect reports across multiple facets of manufacturing (production, maintenance, engineering, quality, etc.)
6. A proven track record of measurable continuous improvements
7. Budget responsibility
8. ERP experience
9. Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel
Skills preferred but NOT required:
1. Formal Lean and/or Six Sigma training or certifications
2. Strong mechanical aptitude
3. Power BI experience
Reasons to work for this company:
✔️ Company has a diverse business mix and supplies Fortune 500 companies
✔️ EXCELLENT benefits, including 401K match, profit sharing and bonus opportunities
✔️ Plant has capital projects in the works
✔️ Fast-paced work environment, focused on continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
✔️ Plant has capital projects in the works
✔️ Fast-paced work environment, focused on continuous improvement and Lean initiatives
✔️ Recent infrastructure improvements, enhancing staff experiences
✔️ Profitable company positioned for future growth and acquisitions
Candidates are preferred to be local to the Cincinnati, OH area, a conservative relocation package is potential for candidates meeting all required skill sets.
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Freqently Asked Questions
In Cincinnati's chemical plants, top-notch leadership involves hands-on mentoring, driving lean initiatives, and fostering a safety-first culture. Effective Plant Managers inspire multi-shift teams, balance operational efficiency with employee development, and champion continuous improvement to meet strict industry standards.
Plant Managers must meticulously manage budgets by aligning cost-saving measures with production goals. They allocate resources smartly, oversee equipment maintenance to reduce downtime, and implement efficiency-driven strategies, ensuring the plant remains profitable without compromising quality or safety.
A Plant role uniquely blends direct floor engagement with strategic oversight across production, maintenance, and engineering. Unlike broader management jobs, Plant Managers in Cincinnati often lead continuous improvement projects tied closely to capital investments, directly impacting plant profitability and employee performance.
Yes, Plant Managers often progress to roles like Director of Plant Operations or Vice President of Manufacturing. Building a strong track record in lean management, team leadership, and capital project delivery opens doors to executive leadership positions in Cincinnati’s thriving industrial sector.
Cincinnati's manufacturing hub has moderate competition due to its strong industrial base and presence of Fortune 500 clients. Local demand favors candidates with chemical plant experience and lean certifications, while proximity to the plant and familiarity with regional safety regulations offer advantages.
Cincinnati's chemical plants emphasize stringent environmental compliance and multi-shift coordination. Managers must navigate regional workforce expectations, maintain high safety standards, and adapt to ongoing infrastructure upgrades—challenges less pronounced in smaller or less regulated markets.
The Boland Group invests in leadership development by encouraging continuous improvement and lean training. Its stable growth and diverse client base provide Plant Managers with opportunities to lead capital projects, influence strategic planning, and benefit from attractive profit-sharing and bonus incentives.
At The Boland Group, Plant Managers enjoy a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on lean and Six Sigma principles. The company's commitment to employee benefits, profit sharing, and hands-on leadership culture sets it apart, fostering a uniquely rewarding and growth-oriented workplace.
Plant Managers in Cincinnati typically earn between $95,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Roles at established firms like The Boland Group may offer bonuses and profit sharing, elevating total compensation beyond base salary.
Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma certifications are highly prized locally, reflecting Cincinnati’s focus on continuous improvement. Additionally, proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and data analytics tools like Power BI enhances a candidate’s competitiveness in this sector.
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