General Manager - Lake Mills

Chandler Industries LLC

Town of Lake Mills (WI)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) with safe harbor company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Supplemental benefit options

Job summary

Chandler Industries LLC in Lake Mills, Wisconsin is seeking a General Manager to lead the Lake Mills operation, overseeing Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Operations. You will set strategy, engage teams, and drive profitable growth while maintaining a hands-on presence on the shop floor.

You will champion continuous improvement, improve productivity and delivery, and build a culture where teams solve problems and win together.

Qualifications

At least 7 years of progressive manufacturing and operations leadership experience.
Experience in precision machining and contract manufacturing.
Strong financial acumen including P&L, cost, and cash management.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations or related field; MBA/MS, Lean Six Sigma are a plus; Epicor ERP experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the site’s manufacturing and operational strategy to drive profitability and growth.
Coach and develop leaders, strengthen engagement, and empower problem-solving on the floor.
Drive operational excellence: productivity, utilization, quality, delivery, cost.
Champion continuous improvement: Lean, standardization, and right-first-time mindset.
Stay connected to the floor and remove barriers to performance.
Deliver for customers by strengthening relationships with BD and operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decisions

Floor leadership

Coaching

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

MBA or MS preferred

Lean or Six Sigma certification

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Description

Lead. Grow. Improve. Make an Impact.

Are you a manufacturing leader who thrives on building strong teams, improving operations, and driving results? Chandler Industries is looking for a General Manager to lead our Lake Mills, Wisconsin operation, formerly Aztalan Engineering, and help take the business to the next level.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the business and the shop floor - someone who can set the strategy, engage the team, solve problems, and turn opportunities into results.

About Chandler Industries

Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and value-added manufacturing services. With five divisions across Minnesota and Wisconsin, we serve leading customers in highly regulated industries, including aerospace, defense, medical, and semiconductor markets. Our reputation is built on responsive customer service, technical expertise, world-class quality, on-time performance, and innovative lean manufacturing practices.

The Opportunity

As General Manager – Lake Mills, you will have responsibility for the overall performance of the operation, leading Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Operations. You'll drive profitable growth, operational excellence, quality, delivery, continuous improvement, and employee engagement while developing a team that is empowered, accountable, and focused on winning together.

We’re looking for a leader who brings energy, urgency, and a hands‑on approach to manufacturing leadership. You’ll have the opportunity to:

Lead the business — Develop and execute the site's manufacturing and operational strategy while driving profitability and growth.
Build a high-performing culture — Coach and develop leaders, strengthen employee engagement, and create an environment where people are empowered to solve problems and make improvements.
Drive operational excellence — Improve productivity, equipment utilization, quality, delivery, cost, and other key operational measures.
Champion continuous improvement — Lead Lean initiatives, eliminate waste, strengthen standardized processes, and build a "right first time" mindset.
Stay connected to the floor — Maintain a strong presence throughout the operation and work alongside the team to understand challenges and remove barriers.
Deliver for customers — Create a culture of responsiveness and urgency while partnering with Business Development to strengthen customer relationships.
Shape the future — Manage capacity, support new product transitions, improve equipment availability, and ensure the operation is positioned for continued growth.

What You’ll Bring

You’re a proven manufacturing leader who combines strategic thinking with a bias for action. You know how to use data to make decisions, but you’re equally comfortable walking the floor, asking questions, coaching employees, and tackling problems alongside the team.

The position calls for at least 7 years of progressive manufacturing and operations leadership experience, along with precision machining and contract manufacturing experience. Strong financial acumen - including an understanding of P&L, cost, and cash -is important, as is experience driving continuous improvement. A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field is preferred, as are an MBA/MS, Lean or Six Sigma certification, and Epicor ERP experience.

Why Chandler?

This is an opportunity to lead an established precision manufacturing operation while having the ability to make your mark. You'll join an organization that values collaboration, problem solving, continuous improvement, customer responsiveness, and developing great people.

Chandler offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) with safe harbor company match; paid holidays; paid time off; and supplemental benefit options.