General Manager

Job Description

About the Role:

As General Manager you will manage all facets of the plant including production, engineering, sales, and customer service in a made-to-order manufacturing environment. You will drive efficiency and ensure quality in a fast-paced environment.

You will:

Manage all day-to day operations ensuring that production runs smoothly, efficiently, and within budget

Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse team with up to 6 direct reports

Foster and build a positive, safety conscious work environment with an emphasis on continuous improvement

Ensure high standards of product quality are maintained

Monitor and manage facility costs

Oversee all aspects of sales and maintain strong relationships with key customers

Develop and lead initiatives for process improvement using lean manufacturing principles

Prepare and present facility KPIs

Work with finance team to develop annual budgets and capital expenditure plans

Your Background Should Include:

10+ years manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role

Metal fabrication experience which includes working sheet metal equipment and welding.

Low volume, made-to-order experience highly desirable

Bachelor's degree preferred

Proven track record of managerial production operations including scheduling, budgeting and personnel management

Experience implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.

Training in Six Sigma and lean initiatives such as leading Kaizen events

Financial acumen including P&L experience

Experience managing a sales team, including customer service.

Strong communication skills internally and with customers

Why This Opportunity?

Competitive compensation package

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Be the catalyst that leads this plant in double digit growth

Full-time