General Manager

Nikkiso; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is seeking a General Manager to lead day-to-day operations for its cryogenic pumps and systems business. The role reports to the President of the Nikkiso Cryogenic Pumps Functional Unit and focuses on driving operational excellence, safety, budget adherence, and strategic execution across multiple departments.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of manufacturing leadership, strong people management, and a track record of delivering on cost and delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of manufacturing management experience; rotating equipment manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across departments to meet targets.
• Optimize manpower, materials, and machines to achieve goals.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Promote safety and maintain high customer satisfaction through quality and delivery.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor KPIs to identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Problem Solving/Analysis

Leadership and team management

Operational excellence

Strategic thinking

Customer focus

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Compliance and safety orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Engineering

MBA preferred

Job description

Company Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gasesis a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, services, and solutions for the LNG and industrial gases industry. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with over $1.5 B in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso ACDis an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in machinery designed to operate at cryogenic temperatures as low as – 420 degrees Fahrenheit, the boiling point of Liquid hydrogen. For over 50 years, Nikkiso ACD has specialized in centrifugal and reciprocating pumps as well as turbines for air separation. Nikkiso ACD has the most diversified product line in the industry covering nearly every application requiring pumps or turboexpanders.

Job Overview

The General Manager, reporting to the President - Nikkiso Cryogenic Pumps Functional Unit, directs operations through a team of directors and functional managers. This role is responsible for running the day-to-day operations and employee interactions to run an effective manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring all departments meet their performance targets.
• Optimize the use of manpower, materials, and machines to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Promote a safe working environment and enforce safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by maintaining quality standards and meeting delivery timelines.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
• Provides leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training and development.
• Analyze and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Ensures compliance with company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on-time delivery.
• Determines operations head count needs and ensures compliance with company policies.
• Ensures compliance with company needs for capital investments and improvement projects.
• Support the professional growth and development of team members through regular training and performance evaluations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute business strategies.
• Contribute to long-term planning and organizational growth initiatives.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and results-driven work environment.

Qualifications

• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Leadership and team management
• Operational excellence
• Strategic thinking
• Customer focus
• Analytical skills
• Financial acumen
• Compliance and safety orientation

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.
• 10 + years of manufacturing management experience; experience with rotating equipment manufacturing preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and relevant software applications.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Travel:

• Both domestic and international travel is required (less than 30%)

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools, or controls
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. may be required

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience that provides an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, may be accepted.

Salary: $140,000 - $220,000, plus generous bonus structure

EEOC Statement

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.