General Manager - Lake Mills

About Chandler Industries

Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and value-added manufacturing services. With five divisions across Minnesota and Wisconsin, we serve leading customers in highly regulated industries, including aerospace, defense, medical, and semiconductor markets. Our reputation is built on responsive customer service, technical expertise, world-class quality, on-time performance, and innovative lean manufacturing practices.

About the Role

As General Manager – Lake Mills, you will have responsibility for the overall performance of the operation, leading Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Operations. You'll drive profitable growth, operational excellence, quality, delivery, continuous improvement, and employee engagement while developing a team that is empowered, accountable, and focused on winning together.

Responsibilities

• Lead the business — Develop and execute the site's manufacturing and operational strategy while driving profitability and growth.
• Build a high-performing culture — Coach and develop leaders, strengthen employee engagement, and create an environment where people are empowered to solve problems and make improvements.
• Drive operational excellence — Improve productivity, equipment utilization, quality, delivery, cost, and other key operational measures.
• Champion continuous improvement — Lead Lean initiatives, eliminate waste, strengthen standardized processes, and build a "right first time" mindset.
• Stay connected to the floor — Maintain a strong presence throughout the operation and work alongside the team to understand challenges and remove barriers.
• Deliver for customers — Create a culture of responsiveness and urgency while partnering with Business Development to strengthen customer relationships.
• Shape the future — Manage capacity, support new product transitions, improve equipment availability, and ensure the operation is positioned for continued growth.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of progressive manufacturing and operations leadership experience.
• Precision machining and contract manufacturing experience.
• Strong financial acumen, including an understanding of P&L, cost, and cash.
• Experience driving continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field (preferred).
• MBA/MS, Lean or Six Sigma certification, and Epicor ERP experience (preferred).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance; short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with safe harbor company match.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Supplemental benefit options.