Plant General Manager

Palm Harbor Homes; Dorchester (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cavco Industries, Inc. seeks an experienced General Manager to oversee and direct overall plant operations. The role emphasizes safety and quality first, with accountability for profitability, product mix, pricing, and strategic planning.

You will develop KPIs, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance while guiding a multi-functional team through daily and long-range objectives. Relocation assistance may be offered for qualified candidates willing to relocate to manage the plant and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing or related industry.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
• Ability to lead multiple teams to achieve production goals.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with openness to feedback.
• Ability to coach and develop people leaders and functional managers.
• Pass pre-employment drug screening.
• Demonstrated flexibility in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Asset protection and internal controls maintenance.
• Quality assurance and periodic inspections to meet standards.
• Develop annual business plans and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Maintain regulatory compliance with laws and safety requirements.
• Lead and develop teams; conduct performance reviews and compensation alignment.
• Cultivate customer relationships and ensure satisfaction with operations.
• Coordinate legal matters and oversee risk management activities.
• Review monthly budget vs. actual performance; drive profitability.
• Foster accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Establish strong processes across management areas.
• Manage plant P&L and optimize pricing and product mix.
• Identify capital expenditure needs and document ROI for investments.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

People management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing/related field

Job description

At Cavco Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ CVCO), our 7000 team members are at the heart of everything we do. We design and produce quality, affordable factory-built homes. We are also a leading producer of park model RVs, vacation cabins and factory-built commercial structures. In addition to providing competitive pay and benefits, we provide opportunities for development and upward mobility, while investing in the communities we serve. Our values are our foundation. We’re constantly striving to diversify our teams to ensure we have the best and brightest talent. We’re deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where each person can contribute.

About The Role

Cavco is seeking an experienced and strategic leader within the manufactured housing industry to oversee and direct overall plant operations. The General Manager is responsible for ensuring business objectives are achieved professionally, ethically, and in accordance with company policy and core values. The General Manager has a responsibility to influence core values by demonstrating them. Safety and Quality will be emphasized as priority over throughput and demonstrated in business planning through measurable annual results. Additionally, the General Manager is responsible for decisions which influence operational results including but not limited to profitability, plant direction, product mix and pricing. The General Manager has the management responsibility and authority for the total operation of an individual plant. He/she is accountable for results, development of KPIs, and continuous improvement. Relocation assistance may be offered for qualified candidates willing to relocate for the role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Asset Protection & Controls
• Ensure all company assets are properly safeguarded and that effective internal controls are established and maintained.
• Quality Assurance
• Ensure the plant consistently produces code-compliant, high-quality homes. Conduct periodic inspections of plant output to validate adherence to quality standards.
• Business Planning & Execution
• Collaborate with department heads to develop the annual business plan narrative. Ensure operations are aligned with and meet business plan objectives on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Regulatory Compliance
• Maintain full compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including those related to product construction, employee health and safety, and recordkeeping.
• Team Leadership & Development
• Ensure employees are competent and aligned with company core values. Conduct annual performance reviews for direct reports and administer compensation fairly and equitably based on performance.
• Customer Engagement
• Actively cultivate and maintain strong customer relationships. Regularly visit customers to ensure satisfaction and that company operating objectives are being met.
• Legal & Risk Management
• Coordinate with the Regional Vice President (RVP) and Cavco Compliance Department regarding any potential or actual legal matters, including service-related issues. Promptly report and forward any legal documents received for proper handling and recordkeeping.
• Financial Performance & Accountability
• Review monthly budget versus actual performance with department heads to ensure alignment and maximize profitability. Identify issues, implement corrective actions, and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Leadership & Culture
• Guide, coach, and motivate team members to achieve business plan objectives. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Process Improvement
• Establish high expectations through strong processes across all areas of management. Focus on improving processes before addressing personnel changes.
• P&L Management
• Manage plant profit and loss performance to meet or exceed budget expectations. Understand and optimize the impact of product mix, pricing, and specifications on financial results.
• Capital Planning
• Collaborate with department heads to identify capital expenditure needs and develop supporting documentation for investments in systems, equipment, and processes that drive continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the manufactured housing or related industry required.
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and support multiple teams in consistently achieving production goals.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to support, motivate, and develop team members. Must demonstrate empathy, openness to feedback, and willingness to both provide and receive direction.
• Demonstrated capability to coach and develop people leaders, including functional managers, with a focus on building their ability to lead, coach, and develop their own teams.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.