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Confidential Client | Multi-Site Manufacturing Operations | Leadership Opportunity This role is based on-site in the Dallas–Fort Worth area and will provide leadership across multiple nearby manufacturing operations. Our client, a well-established industrial manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the operational and financial performance of a multi-site manufacturing business. This executive leadership role is responsible for driving profitability, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, safety, quality, productivity, and leadership development. The successful candidate will be a highly visible, hands-on leader who can balance strategic business leadership with day-to-day operational execution. Key Responsibilities Operational & Financial Leadership • Lead overall performance across multiple manufacturing operations • Own P&L performance, profitability, labor efficiency, productivity, and operating results • Ensure customer expectations are consistently met across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and service • Use operational and financial data to identify issues, drive corrective action, and improve performance • Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and business planning Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement • Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives • Improve throughput, capacity, labor utilization, process flow, and operational efficiency • Utilize root cause analysis and structured problem solving to drive sustainable improvements • Strengthen operating systems, processes, and accountability across the organization Leadership & Team Development • Lead and develop a cross-functional manufacturing leadership team • Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement • Strengthen leadership capability and succession planning • Partner with Human Resources to attract, retain, and develop high-performing talent Customer, Safety & Quality Leadership • Serve as a senior operational partner for current and prospective customers • Support new business opportunities, capacity planning, and operational assessments • Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance • Drive improvements in quality, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery What We're Looking For Qualifications • 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience • 5+ years of senior leadership experience with responsibility for operational and financial performance • Demonstrated success leading complex manufacturing operations • Experience within metal fabrication, custom manufacturing, job-shop manufacturing, precision manufacturing, or a comparable industrial environment strongly preferred • Proven P&L management and strong business acumen • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement • Experience with ERP/MRP systems, production planning, scheduling, and capacity management • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills • Experience developing leaders and high-performing teams • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, Finance, or related field preferred