General Manager - Kemco Systems

CECO is a leading, environmentally focused diversified industrial company, delivering innovative solutions that protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment worldwide. With more than 150 years of history and deep application expertise, CECO serves a broad range of industries, including air, water, and energy transition markets. Our legacy began in 1869 with the founding of the Dean Brothers Pump Company, addressing high-temperature pumping challenges. A century later, Claremont Engineering was established, evolving into CECO Environmental. Today, CECO proudly encompasses over 20 trusted brands, each committed to providing solutions that safeguard people, the environment, and industrial operations.

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Kemco Systems plays a critical role in delivering specialized water solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship.

Kemco Systems provides engineered-to-order energy conservation, water treatment, and wastewater treatment solutions aimed at minimizing water usage and environmental impact. The business serves the food and beverage, industrial laundry, and concrete market segments in North America. The company manufactures packaged solutions and supports customers with field services and replacement parts.

The General Manager (GM) will oversee all financial results for the business, including full P&L responsibility for orders, revenue, cash, working capital, and operating income. The GM is also responsible for ensuring the development and deployment of the business strategy, focusing on growth, revenue, and profitability projections. The GM will lead a commercial and technical team to deliver on agreed growth initiatives while optimizing production and engineering efficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and implement strategies to generate new business opportunities and sustain profitable revenues.

• Monitor performance in alignment with the business strategy to achieve revenue, cash, operating income, and financial objectives.

• Drive growth and business development strategy to identify and penetrate emerging markets and increase market share.

• Evaluate external competitive environments and industry trends to develop targeted marketing and growth strategies.

• Oversee the development and execution of sales strategies and customer management efforts.

• Lead M&A acquisition strategy and identify potential targets to accelerate business growth.

• Implement transformation initiatives to support business objectives and enhance customer excellence.

• Attract, retain, and develop top talent to ensure the company achieves its sales and growth targets.

• Develop and maintain a robust new product development (NPD) roadmap for consistent, high-quality deliveries.

• Represent the company in industry meetings and serve as the primary spokesperson for the business.

• Manage forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning processes while reviewing performance data and metrics.

• Develop performance measurements for team evaluation and organizational success.

• Evaluate team member performance and foster leadership development.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; engineering degree preferred.

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in technical, commercial, and business management roles, particularly within the industrial market segment.

• Proven experience in leading profitable P&L organizations and driving global growth.

• Strong project/program management background with the ability to handle multiple complex projects.

• Expertise in managing industrial company M&A processes and integration.

• Demonstrated track record of transforming or scaling businesses successfully.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and lead teams effectively.

• Sales and Marketing: Knowledge of sales principles, marketing strategy, product promotion, and sales techniques.

• Administration and Management: Understanding of strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques.

• Customer Service: Knowledge of customer service principles, quality standards, and satisfaction evaluation processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or other advanced degrees desired.

• Experience with water/wastewater solutions.

• Experience building strong organizational teams and contributing to bench strength.

• Success in developing and executing strategic business plans.

• Expertise in leading complex, high-stakes profit and loss organizations.

Licensing/Certifications:

• None required.

Travel Requirement:

• Expected to travel up to 30% of the time, including the ability to travel across borders.

ADA Requirements:

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Positions in this function typically require typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

• Physical Demands - This is largely a sedentary role; however, some work with physical computer and/or networking systems may be required to fulfill operational requirements.

• Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications, or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods. 

• The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job. Visits to our manufacturing facility and suppliers’ facilities is required to monitor active projects and address design issues. 

• Compliance with company attendance standards.  

We Offer 
We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more.   

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.   
  
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CECO’s Commitment to Our People  

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ABOUT CECO  
CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across the globe, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets.  

We serve these markets and our global customers through our key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Learn more about CECO by visiting About Us.  
  
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CECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.  
  
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