Job Description

Located in Sun Valley, CA, the General Manager runs the division largely as a stand-alone leader with autonomy over the business. The GM will be responsible for creating vision, strategy and execution that will lead to growth and increased profitability of the company. The role will lead the growth and includes full P&L ownership. Key focus areas include Operational Performance and Fiscal Management, Sales Strategy, Business Development, Estimating. The GM leads a two-shift aerospace/defense plating operation team of direct and indirect reports in an office and shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a high-performance work environment that aligns core business strategies, drives stronger employee engagement, and creates a safe working environment for all employees.
• Implement a culture of accountability with employees by establishing expectations and metrics for employees; communicating expectations; monitoring results and communicating poor performance.
• Build out a team for growth and acquisitions with a focus on accounting and sales.
• Ensure cross-training coverage and a strong bench is in place for all key roles.
• Work hands-on with Operations and Commercial Teams to oversee the day-to-day operations and identify and develop plans to reduce waste and inefficiencies.
• Ensure production schedule is current and accurate and jobs are prioritized in the shops.
• Oversee procurement and subcontracting activities to ensure items are purchased within budget and meet contractual requirements.
• Ensure a “safety first” working environment is prioritized for employees by developing safety awareness programs.
• Oversee Environmental team including ensuring compliance and reporting
• Monitor quality processes to ensure best-in-class field construction is achieved.
• Quality approvals for Nadcap, FAA
• While working closely with the Controller, own and manage the division’s financial results, including profit & loss and balance sheet. Monitor revenue, expenses, assets, and liabilities, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance. Communicate financial performance and risks to leadership.
• Conduct financial and operational analysis to support decision-making. Review key metrics, identify trends, and recommend improvements to drive efficiency and profitability.
• Develop a solid understanding of the financials and identify areas of opportunities to improve the performance of the business.
• Understand existing customer and vendor contracts; negotiate areas of risks including payment terms, warranty periods, etc.
• Communicate financial results, potential risks, and action plans to improve performance to ownership.
• Develop an intimate understanding of the business, product lines, and operations.
• Develop and execute a strategy for growth including setting sales targets, business objectives, financial plans, and operations targets.
• Leverage, develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers.
• Protect and grow relationships with Boeing, Lockheed, and other aerospace customers
• Oversee standard costing processes for individual components and assemblies, ensuring accurate per-piece cost calculations.
• Manage custom project pricing, including both quoted and time & materials (T&M) approaches, to ensure competitive and profitable bids.
• Develop and implement estimating strategies that align with business objectives and drive margin improvement and customer retention and acquisition.
• Utilize and continuously improve estimating tools and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and consistency in project cost assessments.

Experience, Qualifications & Attributes

• At least 10 years of progressive experience manufacturing with experience in chrome plating/coatings and a strong focus on process improvement and operational leadership
• Experience with engineered finishing processes (coatings, surface treatment, heat treatment, etc.) is relevant
• Aerospace/defense experience would be ideal
• A post-secondary level of education with preference for either a business management degree or engineering degree or relevant experience
• Hands-on experience in working at a leadership level in a production environment, focused on quality control and process improvements
• Familiar with OEM expectations and certification environments
• Proven experience managing full P&L responsibility, including financial planning, reporting, and performance optimization
• Demonstrated success in talent development, including recruiting, training, mentoring, and building high-performing teams
• Experience leading remote or distributed teams, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and results across multiple locations
• Merger and acquisition experience is considered an asset, especially with integration and change management in manufacturing environments
• Understands industry standards
• Proven ability to lead multi-shift manufacturing environments
• Strong leadership with the ability to motivate the team to grow the business.
• Excellent judgment, strategic thinking, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills with employees, customers, and stakeholders.
• Financial acumen to support P&L management, costing, and pricing models.
• High standards of ethics, integrity, accountability, and respect for others.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to lead through change and drive continuous improvement.

We thank all interested parties but only those selected will be contacted to move forward.

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