About the Role:

As General Manager you will manage production, purchasing, quality, and engineering 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
• Maintain strong relationships with key customers
• Develop and lead initiatives for process improvement using lean manufacturing principles
• Prepare and present facility KPIs
• Work with the 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 with laser cutting and welding
• Low volume, made-to-order experience highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree preferred but NOT required
• Proven track record of managerial production operations including scheduling, budgeting and personnel management
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.  
• Financial acumen including P&L experience
• Strong communication skills internally and with customers

Why This 0pportunity?

• Competitive compensation package
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Be the catalyst that leads this plant in double digit growth
• Salary range is $120-130k plus bonus

Our client is seeking local/commutable candidates. There is no relocation assistance offered.