General Manager

General Manager About the Company 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 Oversee all plant-level financial operations, including P&L performance, annual budget targets, pretax profitability, equipment efficiency, and organic revenue growth. Monitor and manage working capital to ensure alignment with established financial plans and plant budgets. Direct daily manufacturing activities across all shifts, including workforce training, production planning, scheduling, and equipment management. Collaborate with the Business Development Manager to support sales growth, customer quotations, pricing strategies, and market expansion initiatives. Evaluate market trends and competitor activity to strengthen the plant’s competitive position and identify new business opportunities. Ensure the facility maintains all required safety certifications and at least one recognized quality accreditation. Promote a strong culture of workplace safety, employee health, and environmental compliance while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient facility. Recruit, train, mentor, and retain a skilled workforce committed to quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. Identify and develop future leadership talent while actively supporting succession planning and leadership continuity. Partner with other plant locations and corporate teams to exchange best practices, improve processes, and support overall business objectives. Represent the company professionally in interactions with customers, employees, suppliers, and the local community. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, Engineering, Finance, Metallurgy, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience in plant operations, management, quality, safety, or environmental functions will also be considered. Strong understanding of heat-treatment processes or substantial experience in a manufacturing environment. At least 5 years of business management experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. Practical knowledge of metals, industrial furnaces, manufacturing equipment, and their operational capabilities. Demonstrated experience managing plant-level P&L responsibilities and understanding key financial drivers within a manufacturing business. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees, customers, vendors, and senior leadership. Strong analytical thinking, sound decision-making, and effective project management capabilities. Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams while managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with computers and standard business applications.