Job Description
General Manager – Manufacturing Operations
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Richmond, IL
Work Arrangement: Primarily onsite, office with manufacturing floor interaction
Position Overview
The General Manager is responsible for leading all administrative, operational, and human resources functions within a manufacturing organization. This role provides strategic oversight of internal departments, ensures operational efficiency and compliance, and supports employees, vendors, and customers through responsive management. The General Manager reports to executive leadership on organizational health and performance.
This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong business acumen, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Compensation
- Salary: $145,000 – $150,000 annually
Additional Compensation
- Annual discretionary bonus based on company and/or individual performance
- Profit-sharing eligibility
Key Responsibilities
General Management
- Establish and maintain operational metrics and machine/man rates for costing
- Manage operational software systems and internal records
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and audits
- Maintain business forms, licenses, and company documentation
- Participate as ISO Internal Auditor and in Management Reviews
- Represent the organization in customer and vendor meetings
- Review and approve vendor proposals, building maintenance, and service contracts
Vendor & Financial Management
- Approve vendor invoices and purchase requests outside of material
- Monitor and maintain credit, AP/AR processes, and reconciliations
- Evaluate customer credit limits and approve payment terms
- Monitor accounts receivable and manage delinquency resolution
- Analyze sales fluctuations and communicate with relevant stakeholders
Staff & Human Resources Management
- Lead full-cycle HR processes, including hiring, onboarding, and terminations
- Manage payroll data, employee records, and benefits administration
- Approve compensation packages, bonuses, and commission schedules
- Maintain a positive workplace culture through coaching and remediation
- Oversee employee training, performance reviews, and staffing balance
- Conduct interviews for all levels of staff and approve vacation requests
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, finance, or business administration
- Strong financial literacy, including AP/AR oversight, costing, and credit evaluation
- Experience managing HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee relations
- Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skills
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP or business management systems
Work Environment
- Primarily office-based, with frequent interaction on the manufacturing floor
- Exposure to noise, equipment, and temperature variations when on the shop floor
- Requires sitting, standing, and occasional light lifting of files or materials
Schedule
- Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Benefits & Wellness
Benefit offerings for full-time employment include:
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (employer paid)
- 401(k) retirement plan with 100% company match
- Paid profit-sharing and performance-based bonuses
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and holidays (details provided at hire)
- Additional benefits as applicable per company policy
Participation in benefit plans may require employee contributions, which will be detailed during enrollment.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Legal Notices
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Local area,