General Manager

Responsibilities of the General Manager - Investment Castings. To take full responsibility for the delivery of product against the company plan ensuring on time, cost effective delivery of a quality product. The position forms part of the senior management team and will contribute to tactical decision making and process improvement initiatives. To ensure the site operates in a safe and environmentally responsible manner ensuring compliance to, and reinforces processes in line with local and international Health & Safety standards. To develop and meet the expectations of all employees on site through production management systems and key performance indicators. To ensure the finished product is supplied on time in line with customer expectations and the customer is supported through technical support. To comply with all on-site company financial aspects in line with company budgetary requirements.Qualifications:Leadership Bring entrepreneurial zeal and enthusiasm to an organization that is in need of dynamic leadership Create and maintain a positive team culture enabling the business unit to act as a high performing team Responsible for Business Unit hiring decisions in accordance with corporate policies and procedures. Develop succession strategies for critical roles in the Business Unit Help develop and communicate the annual goal Develop team members' skills to expand their contribution, and prepare them for advancement Measure and monitor performance and address performance issues appropriately Reward and recognize people for achievements Proven track-record of P&L responsibility throughout his/her career with a drive for consistently delivering results Minimum 10 years' experience in a leadership role, preferably in operations/engineering environment Demonstrated track record for delivering results Work with Management to develop marketing and sales strategies Capable of planning and organizing work and processes; ability to self-direct multiple projects and meet deadlines Analytical and reasoning ability and good judgment for complex business decisions and strategic planning Demonstrated knowledge and leadership of marketing, engineering, purchasing, financial planning, business planning, and operations Ability to motivate staff through proper direction and mentoring to build a culture focused on setting and achieving appropriate stretch goals Excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly, comfortably and effectively provide written and verbal instructions and compile and present business reports/correspondence Proven ability to recruit, train, and motivate a team in order to balance staffing strength with profitability and growth Interpersonal and supervisory skills, such as emotional competency, coaching, providing feedback, and evaluating performance of subordinates, and the ability to coach and motivate employees to achieve management expectations and assigned performance criteria Conflict resolution, negotiation, and customer relation skills Interpersonal skills to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Customer service and quality orientationEducation Credentials BS in engineering or equivalent MBA preferredSkills, Characteristics, and Requirements Confident in face to face discussions with all levels of personnel, customers and/or suppliers. A proven foundry casting manufacturing experience with a good level of technical expertise, minimum of 10 years in a foundry casting leadership role. Experience in machining with a good level expertise in a Machine Shop A charismatic and natural 'hands-on' attitude A working knowledge of Microsoft applications; Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Time management, analytical, team working, problem solving and good presentation skills. Driven and passionate; naturally driven with the ability to demonstrate a passion for the business that ensures the achievement of results. Hands-on leadership style; highly interactive; equally comfortable in the field and the board room. A preference for empowering subordinates, delegating authority and monitoring results. A high level of personal integrity and ethical standards. An open, outgoing and positive personal style characterized by regular communication and involvement at all management levels. Decisive and tough minded; willing to address the difficult issues head-on and take a stance, but also willing to defer when legitimately challenged. Deals well with ambiguity; can effectively cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. People assessment skills; is a good judge of talent and can articulate the strengths and limitations of people inside and outside the organization; can accurately project what people are likely to do across a variety of situations.1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering required. MBA is preferred.2. 10+ of increasingly responsible senior-level management experience in Investment Castings. 3. Experience with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing practices.4. P&L responsibility for an industry business unit.