General Manager

Metform - Savanna, IL, Savanna, Illinois, United States of America

Posted Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Join a legacy manufacturer with 100 years of operational excellence. We’re seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead our flagship manufacturing facility in Savanna, IL. This is a high-impact, onsite leadership role with full responsibility for business performance, operations strategy, and P&L ownership. If you thrive in fast-paced, hands-on environments and are passionate about driving results through people, process, and purpose—this is your next big opportunity.

• Position Type: Full Time
• Pay Range: $170,000 - $230,000/Year
• Travel: Up to 25%

• Lead all functional areas: operations, financials, HR, supply chain, purchasing, sales strategy, engineering, and more.
• Optimize plant performance across KPIs—on-time delivery, labor efficiency, quality, cost, and inventory.
• Champion a safety-first culture through proactive risk management, audits, and training.
• Own the full plant budget and forecast process, identifying cost-saving opportunities while meeting production goals.
• Drive strategic planning and execution of Long Range Plans (LRP); develop and align leadership teams to deliver long-term success.
• Design and implement scalable growth strategies, including sales expansion and product innovation.
• Prioritize organizational development—coaching, mentoring, and upskilling teams for peak performance.
• Lead by example—monitor production output and quality, troubleshoot barriers, and celebrate wins.
• Collaborate with suppliers and distributors to ensure supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a visible, approachable, and decisive leader across all levels of the business.
• Perform other executive responsibilities as needed to support business goals.
• Executive-level communication—clear, confident, and action-oriented.
• Proven leadership with a track record of building, motivating, and retaining high-performing teams.
• Sharp business acumen with strong financial and operational decision-making skills.
• Strategic thinking with a bias toward execution and measurable outcomes.
• Innovative mindset—comfortable challenging the status quo and implementing process improvements.
• Highly organized and deadline-driven with a passion for operational excellence.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering, Business, or related field preferred).
• Minimum of 9 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience owning and delivering results across P&L, operations, and strategy.

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS Engineering, or similar).
• Experience in metal forming, machining, or complex manufacturing operations.
• Background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies.
• Previous success leading multi-functional teams in union and non-union environments.

About Mac Lean-Fogg

At Mac Lean-Fogg, you’ll be part of a global manufacturing leader with a 100-year legacy of innovation and excellence. We partner with some of the world’s most iconic brands to create high-quality fasteners, components, and engineered solutions for industries that shape the future. With the recent addition of Mallard Manufacturing, we’ve expanded into industry-leading gravity flow solutions for material handling. Here, your ideas and skills will make an impact—driving cutting-edge solutions, advancing sustainability, and helping build a better tomorrow.

Join a collaborative team where your contributions matter and your career can thrive.

Why Join Mac Lean-Fogg?

At Mac Lean-Fogg, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to foster growth, well-being, and financial security:

• Competitive Compensation:Rewarding your expertise and contributions.
• Health & Wellness:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with preventative care covered at 100%.
• Financial Security:401(k) with company match and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Support for Growing Families: We provide paid parental leave to support all parents during important family milestones.
• HSA & FSA Plan Options:Flexible spending…