General Manager

FastTrack Staffing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP benefits

Standard benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

FastTrack Staffing in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a General Manager for a well-established manufacturing firm. You will own the Profit & Loss, manage budgets, and guide strategic capital plans to enhance market share and production goals.

You will lead daily operations across welding, assembly, scheduling, warehousing, and supplier relationships, driving Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and on-time delivery while developing talent and upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management preferred.
• 10+ years of management experience in sales and production.
• Strong financial literacy, P&L management, and contract negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee profitability and budget management with annual plan.
• Lead daily production across welding, assembly, purchasing, scheduling and warehousing.
• Establish Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement culture.
• Set sales targets and strategic goals, collaborate with marketing.
• Ensure on-time delivery and manage key accounts and supplier relationships.
• Ensure OSHA and environmental regulatory compliance.
• Hire, train, and mentor department heads and staff.

Skills

P&L management

Contract negotiation

Leadership

Strategic planning

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management

Job description

We are hiring for a General Manager position with an established manufacturing firm in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is a multi-faceted position with a generous compensation package including ESOP benefits, standard benefits and a competitive salary.

Financial & Strategic Management

Responsible for Profit & Loss of the company, managing operating budgets, developing and executing capital expenditure plans in coordination with preparation of the annual plan process, and controlling product unit costs. As a member of the management team set strategic objectives, including current year and 5-year business plans to increase market share, achieve revenue and income objectives, and meet production goals. Track and analyze sales data, forecasts, and annual plan objectives to measure productivity and identify areas needing improvement. Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and finance departments to ensure strategic and tactical business goals are met. Analyze performance metrics and financial reports to identify areas for cost reduction, process optimization, and resource allocation.

Strategic Sales Planning

As part of the management team, set sales targets, quotas, and strategic sales goals for the organization. Collaborate with the marketing team to identify emerging markets, analyze market trends, and formulate long-term sales strategies to maximize market share.

Operations & Production Leadership

Responsibilities include daily production across all areas, including welding, assembly, purchasing, production scheduling, and warehousing. Ensure on-time delivery of finished trailers and parts shipments by eliminating production bottlenecks, minimizing downtime, and optimizing workflow efficiency. Establish a culture of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement to eliminate waste and maximize asset utilization.

Operations & Customer Success

Oversee the daily sales activities, through the Sales Manager, ensuring a seamless flow in the lead-to-close processes. Resolve any escalated client complaints and maintain strong relationships with key accounts and stakeholders.

Supply Chain & Quality Assurance

Oversee procurement of raw materials and manage strategic supplier/vendor relationships to maintain optimal inventory levels. Enforce quality control standards to reduce rework, manage product warranties, and meet customer specifications. Coordinate closely with sales and engineering teams to ensure manufacturing capabilities meet specific client requirements and project timelines.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

Hire, train, and mentor department heads, supervisors, and front-line production workers. Foster a high-performance, results driven culture, by setting clear performance goals, conducting regular evaluations, and building succession plans.

Safety & Compliance

Champion a safety-first culture and enforce all protocols to ensure OSHA and environmental regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management is preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years of management experience, with a track record of successfully managing sales and production teams.
• Business Acumen: Strong financial literacy, P&L management, and contract negotiation skills.

This is a drug free workplace. All applicants must be willing to submit to a drug test and background check.