General Manager - Operations

General Manager
Bracebridge, ON - On Site
Manufacturing
Competitive salary $135,000-$155,000 based on experience with bonus, benefits, and a collaborative team culture

Job Summary

Our client, an established manufacturer serving the North American construction and building products market, is seeking a General Manager to lead and optimize its manufacturing operations. Reporting to senior leadership, this role will oversee daily operations while driving operational excellence, team performance, and long-term growth. The General Manager will play a critical role in aligning production, people, and processes to support business objectives and improve operational performance.

This position combines strategic leadership with a hands-on approach within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The Role

• Provide overall leadership for manufacturing operations, ensuring performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives

• Oversee production planning, workflow coordination, and operational resources to ensure efficiency and consistent delivery to customers

• Lead and develop department managers and supervisors while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Champion operational excellence initiatives, including the implementation of lean manufacturing practices and process improvements

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track performance, identify improvement opportunities, and drive accountability

• Partner with leadership in sales, finance, and administration to align operational capacity with business growth plans

• Oversee workplace safety programs and ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations

• Lead change initiatives across the organization while promoting clear communication and team engagement

• Contribute to capital planning, equipment investments, and operational technology improvements

• Support strategic initiatives that improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability across the business

The Ideal Candidate

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within a manufacturing or industrial operations environment

• Demonstrated success leading multi-department manufacturing operations or plant-level leadership roles

• Strong background in operational leadership, continuous improvement, and performance management

• Proven ability to lead and develop teams while building a culture of ownership and accountability

• Experience implementing operational metrics, performance dashboards, and process improvement initiatives

• Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to balance operational priorities with broader business goals

• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments

• Post-secondary education in engineering, operations management, business, or a related field is considered an asset

• Experience with in manufacturing sectors such as building materials, industrial products, or other process-driven environments is advantageous

• Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence training is considered an asset

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