General Manager, Manufacturing

Position Summary

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.

• 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 rough-cut 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

• 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 audience

Base Pay Range: $ - . Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training and/or experience.

• 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
• Paid time off (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)