General Manager, Manufacturing

Sunbelt Rentals; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Accident, Life and Travel insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Length of Service Awards

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. is seeking a General Manager, Manufacturing to oversee all manufacturing processes, ensuring product functionality and ROI.

This role leads subordinate staff and collaborates with engineering and manufacturing teams, requiring strong supervisory and technical skills in the HVAC rental sector. Key qualifications include a business degree, 5+ years in manufacturing operations, ERP knowledge, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operation (metal fabrication & production assembly environments experience preferred).
• Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and systems, engineering systems, and product inventory management, manufacturing accounting and ERP systems.
• Analytical and mathematical mind, capable of evaluating and solving various complex problems.
• Leadership skills necessary to manage several experienced and driven teams, including proven supervisory and technical skills.
• Interpersonal communication skills with expertise in distilling complicated topics to a broader audience.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Develops and promotes a “Zero Harm Safety Culture” leveraging Sunbelt’s Engage for Life Safety programs, fine tuning safety policy as it relates to manufacturing operations.
• Has overall financial responsibility of local manufacturing operation, inventory, budgeting, cost controls, capital equipment acquisition and manufacturing facilities.
• In partnership with senior management, develops and implements manufacturing plans support growth, safety and manufacturing efficiencies.
• Develops the manufacturing management team, inspiring leadership through empowerment, coaching and accountability.
• Develops manufacturing forecast and roughcut capacity plans.
• Communicates with fleet planning, coordinating changing priorities and product deliveries.
• Utilizes proven continuous improvement strategies to refine manufacturing processes and products, that minimize scrap, reduce rework & line failures and has emphasis on building the highest quality equipment at the lowest costs.
• Establishes, implements, and maintains administrative policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensures production facility adheres to all local, national laws, including labor and environmental.
• Develops long-term strategic initiatives for manufacturing operations.
• Maintains knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices; applies this knowledge to continually improve product lines and production efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Multitasking

Interpersonal communication

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Join Our Team!

Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewardingcareer, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Objective:
The General Manager, Manufacturing oversees all aspects of manufacturing processes to ensure proven product functionality with a sustainable return on investment (ROI). The General Manager Manufacturing manages subordinate staff and coordinates with remote departments that are responsible for engineering development and manufacturing engineering. This candidate must have proven supervisory and technical skills, and an appreciation for the complex nature of the rental HVAC industry. Personal skills that will be required include exceptional business foresight, superlative communication skills, working knowledge of several engineering disciplines and how they relate to one another, and an aptitude for managing risk.

Position Responsibilities

• Develops and promotes a “Zero Harm Safety Culture” leveraging Sunbelt’s Engage for Life Safety programs, fine tuning safety policy as it relates to manufacturing operations
• Has overall financial responsibility of local manufacturing operation, inventory, budgeting, cost controls, capital equipment acquisition and manufacturing facilities
• In partnership with senior management, develops and implements manufacturing plans support growth, safety and manufacturing efficiencies
• Develops the manufacturing management team, inspiring leadership through empowerment, coaching and accountability
• Develops manufacturing forecast and roughcut capacity plans
• Communicates with fleet planning, coordinating changing priorities and product deliveries
• Utilizes proven continuous improvement strategies to refine manufacturing processes and products, that minimize scrap, reduce rework & line failures and has emphasis on building the highest quality equipment at the lowest costs
• Establishes, implements, and maintains administrative policies, procedures, and standards
• Ensures production facility adheres to all local, national laws, including labor and environmental
• Develops long-term strategic initiatives for manufacturing operations
• Maintains knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices; applies this knowledge to continually improve product lines and production efficiency

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Business Administration or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operation (metal fabrication & production assembly environments experience preferred)
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and systems, engineering systems, and product inventory management, manufacturing accounting and ERP systems
• Analytical and mathematical mind, capable of evaluating and solving various complex problems
• Leadership skills necessary to manage several experienced and driven teams, including proven supervisory and technical skills
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment
• Interpersonal communication skills with expertise in distilling complicated topics to a broader

Base Pay Range: $108,430.00 - 149,091.80

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.
Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

Gear up for an exciting career!

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.