General Manager

Join a legacy manufacturer with 100 years of operational excellence. Were seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead our flagship manufacturing facility in Savanna IL. This is a high-impact onsite leadership role with full responsibility for business performance operations strategy and P&L ownership. If you thrive in fast-paced hands-on environments and are passionate about driving results through people process and purposethis is your next big opportunity.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full Time

• Pay Range: $170000 - $230000/Year

• Work Location: Savanna IL (Onsite)

• Travel: Up to 25%

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all functional areas: operations financials HR supply chain purchasing sales strategy engineering and more.

• Optimize plant performance across KPIson-time delivery labor efficiency quality cost and inventory.

• Champion a safety-first culture through proactive risk management audits and training.

• Own the full plant budget and forecast process identifying cost-saving opportunities while meeting production goals.

• Drive strategic planning and execution of Long Range Plans (LRP); develop and align leadership teams to deliver long-term success.

• Design and implement scalable growth strategies including sales expansion and product innovation.

• Prioritize organizational developmentcoaching mentoring and upskilling teams for peak performance.

• Lead by examplemonitor production output and quality troubleshoot barriers and celebrate wins.

• Collaborate with suppliers and distributors to ensure supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.

• Serve as a visible approachable and decisive leader across all levels of the business.

• Perform other executive responsibilities as needed to support business goals.

Skills/Competencies

• Executive-level communicationclear confident and action-oriented.

• Proven leadership with a track record of building motivating and retaining high-performing teams.

• Sharp business acumen with strong financial and operational decision-making skills.

• Strategic thinking with a bias toward execution and measurable outcomes.

• Innovative mindsetcomfortable challenging the status quo and implementing process improvements.

• Highly organized and deadline-driven with a passion for operational excellence.

Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelors Degree (Engineering Business or related field preferred).

• Minimum of 9 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated experience owning and delivering results across P&L operations and strategy.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Advanced degree (MBA MS Engineering or similar).

• Experience in metal forming machining or complex manufacturing operations.

• Background in lean manufacturing Six Sigma or other CI methodologies.

• Previous success leading multi-functional teams in union and non-union environments.

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The General Manager has overall responsibility for the business and P&L. Responsible for optimizing production quality assurance safety and resource management while driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves strategic leadership cross-functional collaboration and maintaining high standards in cost management regulatory compliance and operational performance. The General Manager ensures the plant meets both short-term business targets and long-term business strategies fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full Time

• Pay Range: $170000 - $230000/Year

• Work Location: Savanna IL (Onsite)

• Travel: Up to 25%

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize policies procedures and processes to reduce costs improve production efficiency and enhance product quality.

• Monitor Operations Performance. On-time delivery variable costs inventory crewing labor efficiency quality etc.

• Manage all areas of business including operations financials human resources supply chain/purchasing sales strategy and engineering.

• Lead safety programs conduct risk assessments and promote a culture of safety to minimize accidents and maintain a secure working environment.

• Prepare and manage plant budgets ensuring financial resources are allocated efficiently. Track costs and expenses to identify areas for improvement ensuring that the plant operates within budget while meeting production goals.

• Prepare Long Range Plans (LRP) for business strategy. Develop a management team that is fully engaged in Long Range Strategies and business performance.

• Oversee sales growth strategies.

• Heavy focus on organizational development to continuously improve the strength and teamwork of the organization.

• Draft and present reports on plant performance including production output maintenance quality control and financial metrics.

• Monitor production performance to ensure organizational goals are met in terms of quality output and timelines addressing any issues or obstacles that affect the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes.

• Lead and develop plant staff through coaching mentoring and performance evaluations.

• Foster a high-performance culture by setting clear expectations supporting team development and promoting collaboration across departments.

• Collaborate with suppliers and distribution partners to maintain smooth operations and meet customer demands.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills/Competencies

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong leadership abilities to motivate guide and develop teams while fostering a collaborative environment.

• Sound judgment in decision-making with the ability to evaluate situations and take appropriate action.

• Advanced problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying solutions and driving results under pressure.

• Strategic thinking to align plant operations with broader business goals and long-term objectives.

• Creative mindset to innovate and implement new processes improving efficiency and productivity.

• Excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks manage resources effectively and ensure operational efficiency.

Qualifications (Required)

• Education: Bachelors

• Experience: Minimum of 9 years of experience.