General Manager

General Manager

Regular Position, Full Time


Sacramento, CA


If you are a forward-thinking leader interested in operational excellence, organizational transformation, and manufacturing leadership, we invite you to explore this opportunity. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven General Manager to lead our Elevator Controls and Vantage Sacramento operations as part of the Vantage Elevation family of companies.

You'll play a hands-on role in delivering quality, safety, and reliability across our operations.


About Us


Vantage Elevation, LLC is an independent, industry-leading manufacturer of elevator components and systems with a long history of innovation and reliability. Founded in 1899, Vantage employes over 1,000 people across manufacturing sites and offices in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Through its family of brands, GAL Manufacturing, GAL Canada, Hollister-Whitney, Elevator Controls, Courion, Bore-Max, Thames Valley Controls, and Vertical Dimensions, Vantage supports nearly every electro-mechanical device used in modern elevators. Vantage's mission is to safely connect people and communities by providing reliable elevator solutions. We support our teams, work closely with our customers, and hold ourselves accountable for quality, safety, and integrity in everything we do.


Requirements

We are searching for a candidate with:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing or operations leadership experience, including responsibility for a facility, plant, or business unit.
• Demonstrated success leading organizational transformation, operational improvements, and change management initiatives.
• Experience establishing processes, systems, and performance metrics within evolving or previously informal operating environments.
• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to build trust, develop talent, and drive engagement across a diverse workforce.
• Financial acumen, including experience managing operating budgets and interpreting business performance metrics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Proficiency with ERP, MES, or comparable manufacturing and business systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or other advanced business or technical degree.
• Experience within electro-mechanical, electronics, controls manufacturing, or other precision manufacturing environments.
• Experience working within a private equity-backed organization or multi-site corporate structure.
• Experience leading ERP or MES implementations or upgrades.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certifications.

Duties and Responsibilities


A typical day may include:

• Leading all aspects of operations across Elevator Controls and Vantage Sacramento, including manufacturing, engineering support, quality, and customer service.
• Developing and executing annual operating plans aligned with company objectives.
• Establishing operational metrics, management routines, and performance reporting processes.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing lean operating principles.
• Evaluating and improving production planning, materials management, quality, and supply chain processes.
• Supporting the implementation and optimization of business systems and operational technologies.
• Leading organizational change initiatives that foster a structured, process-driven culture while preserving technical excellence and customer relationships.
• Developing future leaders and retaining key technical and operational talent.
• Championing workplace safety and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company standards.
• Partnering with Finance, Human Resources, IT, Supply Chain, and Product teams to drive alignment and business success.
• Managing operating budgets and ensuring financial performance objectives are achieved.
• Representing the business during corporate operating reviews and leadership meetings.

Benefits of Working With Us

• The anticipated base salary for this position is $230,000-$250,000 annually. Placement will be based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities.
• 30% incentive compensation opportunity, based on company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Collaborative environment within a growing global organization committed to quality, innovation, and employee success.

Position Details

• Full-time, exempt position.
• Based onsite in Sacramento, California.
• Work environment includes both office and manufacturing floor settings.
• Regular interaction with manufacturing operations, machinery, and standard industrial environments.
• Occasional travel to Vantage corporate offices and other Vantage business units may be required.

Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Like What You Read?

If you're excited by the opportunity to lead a respected manufacturing operation through its next phase of growth and transformation, and you thrive as a strategic, collaborative, and results-oriented leader, we invite you to apply.