Hands-On General Manager, Precision Manufacturing

Sitreps; Jackson, Bradford (TN, TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Sitreps in Jackson/Bradford, Tennessee seeks a General Manager to run a small precision manufacturing operation with full P&L ownership. Base salary ranges from $150,000 to $175,000 plus bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

This is a hands-on, player-coach role leading a team of under 20, driving throughput, supplier relations, and ERP projects while collaborating with the parent company to meet growth targets.

Qualifications

• Five or more years leading a manufacturing operation with P&L or full cost accountability.
• Hands-on purchasing experience with vendor pricing and terms.
• Demonstrated project management ability to plan, sequence, fund, and finish.
• Experience in a small-company environment with hands-on leadership.
• Willingness to have direct, fair performance conversations and hold standards.
• ERP systems familiarity; implementation experience is a plus.
• Ability to live within commuting distance of Jackson or Bradford, TN, or relocate.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Team: develop and hold accountable a team of under 20 across front office, programming/design, shop floor, and sales/new product development.
• Own Throughput and Execution: oversee order flow, sequencing, capacity planning, and labor allocation to meet dates.
• Support Commercial Growth: manage sales lead and collaborate on quotes and pricing.
• Own Purchasing and Supply Chain: source raw material, negotiate terms, issue POs, manage vendor lead times.
• Drive Quality, Safety, and Maintenance: own quality system, OSHA compliance, maintenance scheduling.
• Build Better Systems: lead ERP implementation and monthly performance reporting.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Project management

ERP systems

People management

Negotiation

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering, industrial technology, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Sitreps in Jackson/Bradford, Tennessee seeks a General Manager to run a small precision manufacturing operation with full P&L ownership. Base salary ranges from $150,000 to $175,000 plus bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

This is a hands-on, player-coach role leading a team of under 20, driving throughput, supplier relations, and ERP projects while collaborating with the parent company to meet growth targets.