General Manager – Ludington Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Ludington (MI); Sur place; USD 128 000 - 179 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Pivot Group seeks General Manager opportunities around Ludington, MI, with salaries between $128,000 and $179,000 per year. The group partners with Michigan manufacturers to connect leaders with operations-ready roles and future openings in the Ludington region.

These roles emphasize strong leadership, lean manufacturing expertise, and a track record of managing budgets and safety programs across plant teams. Opportunities span multiple firms in Mason County and nearby areas.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years in manufacturing with leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Record of managing plant budgets and profitability.

Responsabilités

• Report operating results to ownership or corporate leadership.
• Oversee daily plant operations and production schedules.
• Set and manage the annual operating budget.
• Lead hiring, training, and performance reviews for plant staff.
• Enforce safety programs and environmental compliance.
• Track output, quality, and cost metrics and act on gaps.
• Coordinate maintenance and capital equipment projects.
• Build relationships with key customers and suppliers.

Connaissances

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Safety regulations

Leadership

Budgeting & P&L

ERP knowledge

Operations management

Continuous improvement

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field

Outils

ERP systems

Description du poste

Job Description:

General Manager | Ludington, MI

Salary Range: $128,000 - $179,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in general manager? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Ludington area seeking General Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers General Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Ludington in Mason County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Branch and Fountain.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Ludington area seeking General Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Report operating results to ownership or corporate leadership.
• Oversee daily plant operations and production schedules.
• Set and manage the annual operating budget.
• Lead hiring, training, and performance reviews for plant staff.
• Enforce safety programs and environmental compliance.
• Track output, quality, and cost metrics and act on gaps.
• Coordinate maintenance and capital equipment projects.
• Build relationships with key customers and suppliers.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Strong record of leading and developing production teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Eight or more years in manufacturing with several in a leadership role.
• Record of managing plant budgets and profit and loss.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP or manufacturing software systems.
• Master’s degree or MBA.
• Six Sigma or lean certification.
• Experience with plant startups or expansions.
• Background in the same industry segment.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Works Manager, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, Director of Operations, Site Manager, Facility Manager, General Manager Operations, Vice President of Manufacturing

Required Skills:

Resume Safety Regulations Offers Lean Six Sigma Supply Chain Access Support Product Quality Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Operations Waste ERP Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Supply Continuous Improvement Optimization R Manufacturing Regulations Administration Preparation Engineering Business Leadership Sales

Salary Package:

$ 128,000.00 - 179,000.00 (US Dollar)