General Manager

Are you ready to lead a one shift metal fabrication manufacturing plant that is poised for tremendous growth? In this role you can truly make your mark with your results driven background and your strong leadership skills.

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 sales and cusotmer service and maintain strong relationships with key customers
• Develop and lead initiatives for process improvement using lean manufacturing principles
• Prepare and present facility KPIs

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
• Strong communication skills internally and with customers

Why This 0pportunity?

• Competitive compensation package
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Be the calalyst that leads this plant in double digit growth

Our client is seeking local/commutable candidates.