General Manager | $130K to $150K

Fuze HR Solutions Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Western Canada seeks an experienced General Manager for their Burnaby location. This leadership role involves overseeing facility operations, managing HR processes, and building strong relationships with customers to drive growth. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of management experience, preferably in operations or distribution, along with a proven ability to secure new business. The company offers a competitive salary, profit-sharing, and various employee benefits, promoting growth and community engagement.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Extended health and dental

RRSP matching

Paid time for community initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in operations or distribution.
• 3+ years of experience running a profit center business model.
• Experience in the metal processing industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead supervisors and staff to ensure smooth facility operations.
• Oversee environmental, health, and safety programs.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Skills

Management experience

Relationship building

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Education

Related degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a General Manager for one of the largest locally owned/operated industrial businesses of its kind in Western Canada. They have numerous locations across Canada and are recognized for their long-standing reputation in metal recycling.

The successful candidate will be an experienced people leader with a strong record of customer service. The GM will oversee all operations at the Burnaby location, lead the team, and build long-term, growth-focused customer relationships in the region.

Why Work for the Company

• Competitive base salary of $130K - $150K with uncapped profit-sharing
• Extended health and dental, health spending account, RRSP matching, and employee/family assistance program.
• Contribute to meaningful work that supports environmental sustainability with an industry leader.
• Volunteer opportunities: Paid time to support local community initiatives.
• Growth and recognition: Access to employee recognition programs and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Lead supervisors and staff to ensure smooth facility operations.
• Oversee environmental, health, and safety programs to maintain a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors.
• Manage HR processes for the facility, including training and performance management.
• Work with the Regional Manager and VP of Operations to set operating plans, considering equipment needs, environmental requirements, operational demands, costs, and profitability.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strengthen existing customer relationships to grow volume and market share.
• Help develop standard operating procedures for the facility.
• Track and report operational and service data, working with corporate experts to improve key performance measures.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the corporate business development team and other General Managers across the company (or partner locations) to expand the customer base and service offerings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in operations or distribution, including people leadership and safety oversight.
• 3+ years of experience running a profitcenter business model.
• Strong operations background, including experience with heavy equipment and maintenance.
• Proven ability to develop business and secure new customers.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement and quality programs.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and other software tools.
• Strong relationship building skills, both internally and externally.
• Experience in the metal processing industry is an asset.
• A related degree or diploma is an asset.
• Strong collaboration and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and ability to grow a business.