General Manager

Our client is an established commercial heat treating company operating a network of plants across the U.S. They serve a broad range of manufacturing customers and are known for quality, reliability, and technical expertise in thermal processing. They're seeking a General Manager to lead one of their plants and drive both operational and financial performance. The Role The General Manager has full ownership of the plant, including P&L responsibility, production, equipment, quality, safety, and people across all shifts. This leader runs the business day to day, partners with business development on growth, and builds a strong, quality-focused team. Key Responsibilities Own the plant P&L and deliver against the annual financial plan, including pre-tax profit, equipment utilization, and organic sales growth Manage working capital within the plant budget Lead training, planning, scheduling, and day-to-day direction of production and equipment on all shifts Partner with the plant’s business development manager on sales efforts, quoting, pricing, and market penetration Understand the competitive landscape and position the plant strategically in its market Maintain all required safety certifications and at least one recognized quality accreditation for the facility Champion safety, health, and environmental compliance and keep the facility clean, organized, and well maintained Hire, develop, and retain a productive, quality-oriented workforce through training and mentoring Actively develop a successor and support succession planning Collaborate with sister plants and corporate staff to share best practices Serve as the face of the company to customers, employees, and the local community Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience in plant operations, management, finance, metallurgy, quality, safety, or environmental management will be considered Thorough knowledge of heat treat processes or a strong manufacturing background 5+ years of business management experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role Working knowledge of metals, furnaces, and plant equipment capabilities P&L ownership and a strong grasp of financial drivers in a manufacturing environment Strong communication and persuasion skills with all levels, including employees, customers, and vendors Sound judgment, analytical ability, and solid project management skills Proven ability to motivate and lead people and perform well under pressure Comfortable with computers and common business software #J-18808-Ljbffr Hirenexus