General Manager (Roosevelt)

FM Industries, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Industries, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead our manufacturing facility and scale operations to meet growing demand in the semiconductor equipment sector.

The role emphasizes end-to-end ownership of machining, manufacturing, planning and quality, with a focus on safety, cost control, and delivering on-time, high-quality output. You will build and lead multi-shift teams, drive continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma, and partner with Engineering to

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years in manufacturing leadership roles.
• Strong background in machining or precision manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of cGMP, ISO quality systems and EHS regulations.
• Proven success driving operational excellence (Lean, Six Sigma) in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end factory operations, including machining, manufacturing, planning, and quality.
• Drive performance in a high-growth, high-mix, precision manufacturing environment.
• Build, develop, and lead multi-shift teams, fostering a culture of accountability and engagement.
• Deliver on throughput, on-time delivery, and cost goals while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO, and EHS (OSHA) requirements.
• Champion a safety-first culture across all operations.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiative (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Partner with Engineering to launch new products and next-generation semiconductor technologies.
• Act as a key customer interface, hosting sire visits and presenting operational performance.
• Manage KPIs, budgets, and capacity planning to support rapid business growth.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Lean Six Sigma

Customer-facing

Quality systems

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Senior Management Phoenix, AZ, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 5378

DESCRIPTION:

General Manager will be joining a rapidly growing segment at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry, where innovation, precision, and speed define success. We are looking for a hands-on, forward-looking General Manager to lead our manufacturing facility and play a key role in scaling operations to meet increasing global demand. This is an exciting opportunity to tackle complex challenges-ranging from advanced machining and tight-tolerance manufacturing to supporting next-generation semiconductor technologies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving tough operational problems, and is energized by building high-performing teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Lead end-to-end factory operations, including machining, manufacturing, planning, and quality.
• Drive performance in a high-growth, high-mix, precision manufacturing environment.
• Build, develop, and lead multi-shift teams, fostering a culture of accountability and engagement.
• Deliver on throughput, on-time delivery, and cost goals while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO, and EHS (OSHA) requirements.
• Champion a safety-first culture across all operations.
• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiative (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Partner with Engineering to launch new products and next-generation semiconductor technologies.
• Act as a key customer interface, hosting sire visits and presenting operational performance.
• Manage KPIs, budgets, and capacity planning to support rapid business growth.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:

• N/A

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 5-10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations.
• Strong background in machining or precision manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of quality systems (cGMP/ISO) and EHS regulations.
• Proven success driving operational excellence (Lean, Six Sigma) in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with customer-facing experience.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate complex challenges.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:

• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally standing.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:

• Regularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.
• High noise levels from operating machines.
• The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes, gloves, ear plugs/covers, mask, cleanroom suit).
• Low noise levels in office environment.
• Possible breathing of fumes, odors, dust, and mist.