THE COMPANY

Our client is a leader in structural instrumentation manufacturing.

THE POSITION

The General Manager has full operational responsibility and accountability for the oversight and management of the entire day-to-day machine shop operations and related support areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and maintain purchase orders to ensure shipment schedule is being met by monitoring the performance of the manufacturing team.
• Oversee the planning and establishment of work schedules, assignments and production processes to meet the customer schedule.
• Inventory planning and forecasting – Determine the optimal quantity of inventory to be stocked based on factors such as historical sales data, market trends and customer demand forecasting.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely procurement of inventory items; negotiating favorable terms and pricing; and maintaining a reliable supply chain to meet demand.
• Ensure that all components are manufactured to meet the required delivery or production dates; notify customers and others required of any delays.
• Work with the parent company’s Human Resources to manage staffing requirements by creating and monitoring a capacity plan.
• Collaborate with parent company to identify and implement changes to product design to improve quality and reduce cost.

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field with 10 years of Operation Management experience (preferred).
• Proven experience in managing P&L accounts with a track record of optimizing operational costs and driving revenue growth.
• Excellent leadership and organizational abilities with previous experience in a leadership role within a machining / manufacturing / fabrication environment is required.