Plant Manager

Insight Global

London, OH

Plant Manager – Industrial Manufacturing

Location: London, OH

Salary: $150,000 – $170,000 + Bonus Eligibility

Relocation: Relocation allowance available

Schedule: First shift (8:00 AM start), overseeing a 3-shift operation

Company Overview

Insight Global's client is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, they deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. We foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Plant Manager to lead our industrial manufacturing facility in London, OH. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant operations—from production and maintenance to safety and staffing—ensuring alignment with corporate goals and Lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate is a people-focused leader with a strong background in industrial manufacturing and a proven ability to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all site operations including production, maintenance, HR, inventory, and yard management
Ensure a safe work environment and lead safety initiatives and improvements
Drive Lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement efforts
Collaborate with the Freight Manager and other cross-functional leaders
Manage plant budgets and work with the Controller to track spending
Monitor and improve data tracking and operational performance metrics
Build and develop a high-performing team across all departments
Support strategic initiatives including AEP’s insourcing efforts
Maintain compliance with company policies and operational programs

Team Structure

Direct reports include:

HR Representative
Maintenance Manager
Yard Manager
Material Coordinator
Plant Inventory Specialist
Production Managers

Note: The Freight Manager does not report directly to the Plant Manager but requires close collaboration.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

10+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing, ideally 5 years as a supervisor and 5 years as a manager
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Experience managing budgets and interpreting financial data
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and tools
Ability to lead through safety changes and initiatives
Data-driven mindset with experience in operational tracking
Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience in manufacturing leadership
Stable work history (no frequent job changes)

Preferred: