Job Title: General Manager
Location: West Michigan
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and strategic General Manager to lead the operations for a $400M plant in west Michigan. This position will oversee all facets of plant operations, ensuring efficiency, profitability and adherence to high-quality standards. This role reports directly to the Group General Manager and encompasses comprehensive leadership across multiple departments, including production, purchasing, sales, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Compensation:
- Total compensation: $400,000 - $450,000 (all-in)
- Base salary: $200,000 – $250,000
- Performance bonus: Up to 50%
- Long-term incentives (LTI): Up to 50%
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Management: Provide strategic direction and oversight for the plant, fostering a high-performance culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and productivity.
- Operational Oversight: Manage daily plant operations, including production schedules, resource allocation, supply chain logistics, and equipment maintenance.
- Financial Management: Develop and manage the plant's budget, ensuring profitability through cost-effective operations and efficient resource use.
- Sales and Forecasting: Collaborate with the sales team to drive revenue growth and establish accurate forecasts that align with market demands and strategic goals.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain rigorous quality standards in line with Magna's policies and industry benchmarks to meet customer expectations and regulatory compliance.
- Continuous Improvement: Champion continuous improvement practices such as Lean and Six Sigma to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with purchasing, sales, and other relevant teams to ensure seamless plant operations and customer satisfaction.
- Team Development: Mentor and develop plant leadership and staff, promoting a culture of innovation, accountability and professional growth.
Qualifications:
- Proven operations background, with a career path including roles such as Operations Manager, Plant Manager, and General Manager.
- Extensive experience leading large-scale manufacturing operations, in the automotive sector.
- Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
- Proficiency in managing P&L and understanding financial drivers.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to implement continuous improvement methodologies.
This General Manager opportunity offers an opportunity to lead a key manufacturing site in a globally recognized organization. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of automotive technology and contribute to innovations that impact the entire industry.
Please get back to me as soon as possible if you are interested, with a good time for us to have a call and the best number to reach you on.