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Big 3 Precision Products Inc lists this General Manager opportunity in chesterfield charter township, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Overall Business Leadership
Own full P&L responsibility for the Sur-Form business including the facility, balancing operational efficiency with revenue growth, commercial, and customer satisfaction
Set annual business goals and operating plans in partnership with ownership/leadership; report on performance against targets
Serve as the site's senior leader- the primary point of accountability for day-to-day performance and long-term direction
Operations
Direct all manufacturing operations, including production scheduling, quality, maintenance, and continuous improvement across thermoforming, trimming/finishing, and assembly operations
Oversee tooling management, mold maintenance, and process/cycle time optimization to support throughput and scrap reduction
Own safety performance and ensure a strong safety culture on the floor
Manage capacity planning, capital equipment decisions (e.g., forming machines, tooling investments), and process improvement initiatives
Oversee supply chain, procurement, and inventory management, including plastic sheet/resin sourcing to support on‑time delivery and cost targets
nsure quality systems and customer specifications are consistently met, including gauge, dimensional, and cosmetic requirements typical of thermoformed parts
Commercial / Sales
Maintain and grow relationships with key customers, participating directly in top-account management
Partner with (or oversee) the sales function to support quoting, pricing strategy, and new business development
Translate market and customer feedback into operational and product decisions
Represent the company in customer visits, industry events, and key account negotiations as needed
People Leadership
Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team across operations, sales, and support functions (~40 employees total)
Build bench strength and succession depth across the leadership team
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Partner with HR on workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development
Financial Management
Manage budgets, cost controls, and margin performance across the site
Review financial statements and operating metrics regularly; adjust plans to hit targets
Evaluate and justify capital investments
Requirements
Required
10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including significant time in an operations leadership role (Plant Manager, Operations Manager, or similar)
Demonstrated experience with commercial/customer-facing responsibility, sales support, key account management, or direct P&L/revenue ownership
Proven track record leading a team of comparable size (small-to-mid-size manufacturing environment, ~25–75 employees)
Strong financial acumen. Comfortable owning a P&L and budget
Hands-on leadership style suited to a smaller, close-knit organization
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations management, or related field (equivalent experience considered)
Preferred
Experience in thermoforming, injection molding, or another plastics manufacturing process
Familiarity with lean manufacturing / continuous improvement methodologies
Prior experience managing both operations and sales functions under one role
Experience in a family-owned, private, or smaller PE-backed manufacturing business
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