General Manager for an Advanced Manufacturing company in Morgan Hill, CA
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Summary:
Join our client's fast-paced team within a leading Wire & Cable Assembly, Electro-mechanical Box Build, and Contract Manufacturing environment. The team supports multiple markets, including tech, military, and automotive, and is dedicated to delivering highly engineered and high-quality products. The General Manager will be responsible for driving results, improving communication across teams, and ensuring products are delivered quickly and efficiently. We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and assertive leader to join our client's team and help achieve their strategic vision, delight customers, develop team members, and ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Position Responsibilities:
Lead the implementation of strategic objectives and budgets to achieve the company’s vision and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Evaluate and optimize the Manufacturing Operating System and processes to ensure customer expectations are met, and cost and profitability targets are achieved.
Establish performance goals, allocate resources, and measure performance, maintaining a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Ensure the delivery of high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations, while continuously improving the cost of quality.
Maximize direct labor force through efficient planning of material and labor, and monitor daily productivity to ensure effective utilization.
Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and lead, coach, and develop Managers, Supervisors, and staff to attain desired results.
Lead manufacturing process flow from sales order to shipment, ensuring open and accurate communication of priorities and requirements.
Manage warehouse and inventory to maintain organized and accurate inventory levels, and oversee the equipment maintenance program to ensure maximum up-time.
Position Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field.
Proven experience as a General Manager or a similar role.
Strong leadership skills.
Deadline-driven, competitive, and a strong will to win and succeed.
Knowledge of production processes, production planning, quality control.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Technical skills using ERP systems.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all levels of employees.
Organizational and time-management skills.
Coaching skills with the ability to motivate employees, peers, and support functions.
Proficient computer skills and expert knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Bonus Skills:
Bilingual (Spanish-English) due to the majority of warehouse workers speaking only Spanish.
Experience in the tech, military, automotive, or similar industries.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects with strict regulatory and quality guidelines.
Experience with competitors and similar industries is advantageous.
Strong background in continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
Proven track record of driving results and being proactive in holding teams accountable.
Experience in smaller team and warehouse environments, with the ability to revamp processes and improve overall operations.
Type: Full-time Position
Location: Morgan Hill, CA
Salary: $140,000 - 160,000 (DOE)
Work Schedule: Onsite, 5 days a week.
Submit resumes to
Diane You
408.550.2800 x130