General Manager - Manufacturing Operations

Our client is an industry-leading truck upfitting manufacturer with an immediate need for a General Manager to lead and optimize production operations at their manufacturing facility in northern Georgia. This role is a critical leadership position responsible for ensuring manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

With over 60% market share, our client leads their industry, providing you with a rare opportunity to influence a high-growth, stable, and essential sector while making an immediate impact.

Our long-standing relationship with this client has given us deep insight into their sustained success, ensuring ample opportunities for career growth and leadership development.

Working with the market leader in their niche allows you to shape strategy, optimize operations, and leave a lasting mark on a growing, industry powerhouse

Base Salary $180-200k plus bonus and sharing

401K, Flex Spending, Tuition Reimbursement, and Parental Leave

Health insurance including medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life, accident and disability insurance

Relocation assistance is available for out-of-area candidates

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead and optimize plant operations by driving production goals, workforce training, and development initiatives that support design, fabrication, quality, and maintenance in a new world class facility

Implement policies, procedures, and KPIs that improve productivity, quality, and cost efficiency

Analyze operational metrics and set performance targets to meet revenue and cost objectives

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, including 6S, SOP development, and process optimization

Oversee safety and compliance programs to ensure adherence to OSHA, DOT, EPA, and other regulatory standards

Lead and coordinate multi-functional plant teams, including production, warehouse, logistics, and operations

Work closely with department heads to ensure seamless coordination of purchasing, production, and shipping

Drive financial performance through strategic cost management and efficiency improvements

Foster a collaborative, diverse, and high-performance work culture through strong leadership and communication

QUALIFICTIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field; MBA Preferred

8+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting

Lean Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing Green or Black Belt required

Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes including but not limited to fabrication, welding, blast & paint, automotive assembly

Experience in robotic manufacturing processes a plus

Strong financial acumen, including management and cost reduction strategies

Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, capacity planning, and plant lifecycle management

Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and process improvement methodologies

Proven track record in safety management, OSHA compliance, and quality control

Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills

Proficiency in manufacturing ERP systems

Superior communication skills (both written and oral)