General Manager

cdpsearch; Franklin Township (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K plan

Relocation support

Job summary

cdpsearch is looking for a General Manager to oversee all operations at our building material fabrication facility in Franklin Township, Ohio. This role encompasses operational leadership, safety compliance, financial management, and talent development.

The ideal candidate will bring 5-7 years of experience in a related manufacturing environment and have a strong focus on team collaboration and continuous improvement. The position offers a competitive salary of $150,000 to $200,000 along with performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of operational management experience in building materials or similar manufacturing.
• Direct experience managing budgets and conducting cost/benefit analyses.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with visible management presence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations and production activities.
• Manage facility’s P&L statements and operational budgets.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
• Foster a collaborative work environment with high employee retention.

Skills

Operational management in manufacturing

Financial management and P&L optimization

Lean Manufacturing initiatives

Team leadership and development

Safety compliance knowledge

Job description

Job Description: General Manager

Role Overview

The General Manager (GM) oversees all operational, financial, sales and manufacturing activities for our building material fabrication facility. This role is responsible for leading a team across production, safety, logistics, design engineering, sales and customer service. The GM will maximize plant throughput, maintain strict quality control, and ensure profitability while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Production Efficiency

• Direct daily plant operations across all departments, including scheduling, material handling, fabrication, and shipping.
• Implement production metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track and optimize capacity utilization, labor efficiency, and material yield.
• Oversee the manufacturing of specialized building components.
• Lead continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives to eliminate waste, reduce cycle times, and optimize plant layout.

Financial & Business Management & Sales

• Manage the facility’s Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, operational budgets, capital expenditures (CapEx), and labor costs.
• The GM will be responsible for building long‑term relationships with key accounts throughout the market.
• Partner with the procurement team to optimize inventory levels, manage raw material supply chains and control input costs.
• Analyze market trends and production capacities to support sales strategies and accurate client estimation models.

Safety, Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Champion a "Safety First" culture, ensuring absolute compliance with OSHA regulations, local building codes, and environmental laws.

Team Development & Talent Management

• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high‑retention work environment.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years of operational management experience in building material manufacturing, structural component fabrication or a closely related industrial manufacturing environment.
• Financial Acumen: Direct experience managing a facility budget, optimizing P&L, and conducting cost/benefit analyses.
• Leadership Style: Strong communicative and relational skills with a "floor‑first" management approach—balancing strategic office planning with active, visible leadership on the production floor.

Compensation

Base Salary: $150,000 - $200,000

Bonus: $30,000 - $80,000 based on company performance, sales growth and annual profit.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc..

Relocation support to the market