General Manager - Snyder Executive Search

Forge Your Leadership Legacy: General Manager - Metal Fabrication

Are you a “Hands-on” leader with a passion for shaping the future of a dynamic metal fabrication job shop?

We are seeking a driven and results-oriented General Manager to run a growing, diversified manufacturing facility. In this high-impact role, you'll oversee all aspects of operations, from strategic planning and team development to ensuring on-time delivery and exceeding customer expectations.

What You'll Forge:

• Operational Excellence: Optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and drive continuous improvement within a fast-paced job-shop environment.
• Customer Focus: Build strong customer relationships, understand their unique needs, and deliver high-quality metal fabrication solutions that exceed expectations.
• Team Leadership: Inspire and motivate a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and safety-conscious work environment.
• Financial Acumen: Drive profitable top-line growth.
• Strategic Vision: Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance our market position, expand our capabilities, and position the company for long-term success.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in metal fabrication and machining, with a strong preference for job shop environments.
• 1+ years of successful experience in an Executive Leadership role within manufacturing.
• Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in developing and implementing large-scale change initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• A hands-on approach with a deep understanding of metal fabrication processes and technologies.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Organizational transformation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish work through others, including leading project teams.
• Ability to manage a complex set of stakeholders.
• Is a Doer, Developer, and Executor!
• A strong understanding of safety regulations and best practices within a manufacturing environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and results-driven leader to make a lasting impact on a thriving metal fabrication company. If you're ready to forge your leadership legacy in a challenging and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.