General Manager

General Manager – Aluminum Extrusion & Automotive Manufacturing

Location: Leetonia, Ohio (Relocation Available)

About the Company

A leading, growth-focused aluminum extrusion and fabrication manufacturer with advanced operations across the Midwest. The organization serves multiple industries with a strong and expanding footprint in automotive Tier 1 supply, supporting OEM programs including electric vehicle platforms.

This flagship facility is a high-visibility site with modern equipment and significant planned investment, including vertical integration (cast house) and an R&D center.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a General Manager to take full ownership of a flagship manufacturing facility producing complex aluminum extrusion and fabricated components for automotive customers.

This is not a maintenance role — this is a build, stabilize, and scale leadership opportunity. You will drive operational excellence, lead Tier 1 program launches, and develop a high-performing leadership team while positioning the plant as a showcase operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of plant operations including production, engineering, quality, maintenance, EHS, and supply chain
• Own full P&L responsibility, driving profitability, cost control, and operational efficiency
• Lead and execute automotive program launches (Tier 1/OEM) with a focus on quality, timing, and customer satisfaction
• Build, mentor, and align a cross-functional leadership team; drive accountability and performance culture
• Establish operational discipline, metrics, and standard work to improve throughput and plant stability
• Partner with commercial teams to support growth, customer engagement, and new business opportunities
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and automotive quality standards
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Play a key role in long-term strategy including vertical integration and facility expansion

What We’re Looking For (MUST HAVE)

• 10 years of manufacturing leadership experience, including:
• 5 years as a Plant Manager, General Manager, or equivalent
• Direct experience in aluminum extrusion is required
• Tier 1 Automotive supplier OR OEM environment experience is required
• Automotive industry experience:
• OR aluminum company supplying to automotive OEMs/Tier 1s
• Proven track record of launching automotive programs
• Strong understanding of high-volume, complex manufacturing environments
• Experience leading large, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced setting
• Demonstrated ability to build teams, drive accountability, and improve culture
• Strong business acumen with experience managing P&L and plant metrics

Preferred

• Experience with EV platforms or lightweight structural components
• Background in multi-customer, high-mix manufacturing environments
• Experience in turnaround, stabilization, or plant transformation initiatives

Why This Role

• High visibility with executive leadership (including CEO exposure)
• Opportunity to build and transform a flagship operation
• Significant capital investment and growth roadmap
• Clear path to Director of Operations-level progression
• Leadership autonomy with strong organizational backing