A leading manufacturer is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead operations at one of its key facilities. This is a confidential search for a results-driven leader with a proven track record in safety, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will be passionate about shaping workplace culture, driving continuous improvement, and delivering strong business performance.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Analyze Culture & Leadership
* Shape and reinforce a positive plant culture by modeling desired behaviors and demonstrating respect for all team members.
* Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and staff to enhance their skills, performance, and leadership capabilities.
* Lead shift-start huddles and conduct periodic Gemba Walks to identify issues, promote visual management, and drive continuous improvement.
* Conduct performance evaluations for supervisory staff and address performance issues in collaboration with Human Resources.
* Partner with HR to interview, select, and onboard candidates for all roles within the facility.
Safety & Compliance
* Ensure all employees follow safety measures and company policies, fostering a strong safety-first culture.
* Provide direction and resources to achieve plant safety and environmental performance goals.
* Develop, implement, and evaluate safety programs, policies, and initiatives to minimize risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
* Investigate safety incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
* Conduct weekly safety audits and ensure all incidents are promptly addressed, thoroughly investigated, and reported.
Operations & Continuous Improvement
* Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives, including ownership of the CI Newspaper process.
* Promote employee engagement in problem-solving, innovation, and process enhancements.
* Model and enforce 5S standards, safety practices, and operational best practices.
* Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly reporting requirements to ensure operational transparency and performance tracking.
Financial & Resource Management
* Develop, manage, and monitor monthly and annual budgets.
* Ensure material inventory levels meet production requirements for the next 180 days.
* Allocate resources effectively to achieve production and safety goals.
Maintenance & Support
* Assist with maintenance and repairs of machinery to ensure smooth operations and minimal downtime.
* Approve and log vacation requests for supervisory and support staff.
* Handle all other tasks as requested or assigned by senior management.
Skills/Experience Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.
* 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, or plant management roles.
* Ability to communicate conversationally in English, both verbally and in writing.
* Proven track record of successfully leading safety programs, continuous improvement initiatives, and operational performance improvements.
* Experience managing budgets, financial performance, and material resource planning.
* Background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies strongly preferred.
* Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a detailed resume outlining relevant experience and leadership accomplishments. This is a confidential search, and all applications will be handled with the utmost discretion.