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Precision Castparts lists this General Manager opportunity in gardena, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
The General Manager (GM) is fully accountable for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of PCC-PB Fasteners. The GM leads the site by setting clear expectations, building strong teams, and driving disciplined execution across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and growth.
Position Summary
The General Manager (GM) is fully accountable for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of PCC-PB Fasteners. The GM leads the site by setting clear expectations, building strong teams, and driving disciplined execution across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and growth.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Safety, Quality & Compliance Leadership
Serve as the visible champion of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the organization.
Establish and reinforce a culture where safety and quality are top priorities and issues are addressed immediately and effectively.
Ensure full compliance with PCC, customer, regulatory, and export control requirements.
Business & Financial Leadership
Own full P&L responsibility, including budgets, forecasts, operating plans, and capital planning.
Develop and execute short‑and long‑term business strategies that drive revenue growth, profitability, cash flow, and working capital improvement.
Ensure annual sales, margin, and profitability targets are achieved.
Operational Excellence & Execution
Drive daily performance against plant KPIs, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, and Productivity.
Lead high‑impact operational initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, control costs, and improve operating efficiency.
When performance misses occur, lead disciplined root‑cause analysis and ensure credible recovery plans are developed and executed with the leadership team.
Apply lean manufacturing principles, standard work, and continuous improvement to sustain results.
Customer & Product Growth
Drive product line growth through increased volume, market share, new customers, and successful new product introductions.
Own customer performance metrics for represented products, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Represent PB Fasteners with customers and suppliers in a professional, responsive, and results‑oriented manner.
Leadership, People Development & Engagement
Build, develop, and lead a strong manufacturing leadership team capable of executing business strategy and improving employee engagement and labor relations.
Develop talent through effective performance management, coaching, succession planning, and rewards/recognition.
Create an energizing, inclusive, and team‑based work environment that promotes accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned to business priorities.
Cross‑Functional Alignment & Communication
Establish strong partnerships with EHS, Engineering, Sales, Quality, Finance, HR, and other functions to ensure alignment and effective cross‑functional execution.
Communicate clearly and frequently with employees, customers, suppliers, and corporate leadership.
Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews with the Division President, COO, and CEO.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Measures of Performance
Safety incidents and safety culture effectiveness
Quality performance (scrap, rework, returns, customer escapes)
On‑time delivery and schedule performance
Budget and forecast accuracy vs. actuals
EBIT, operating working capital, and cash performance
Employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, and team development
Quality and timeliness of business decisions
Integrity, ethics, and protection of confidential information
Required Skills & Experience
Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and process improvement capability
Demonstrated success with full P&L ownership in a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing, Theory of Constraints (TOC), and structured problem‑solving
Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans tied to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost metrics
Track record of driving results through disciplined execution and accountability
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, short‑cycle manufacturing environment
Strong financial, operational, and systems literacy (ERP, production planning, inventory, spreadsheets)
Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Desired Skills
Highly organized, self‑motivated leader with a strong continuous‑improvement mindset
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial management tools
Working knowledge of Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control
Strong project and program management capability
Experience in Fasteners, Aerospace, Automotive, or similar regulated manufacturing environments
Education & Background
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline required
MS or MBA strongly preferred
Minimum 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
Proven experience leading people and delivering results through teams
Demonstrated success in a machining or precision manufacturing environment
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Worksite address
gardena, CA, 90248, US
Who can apply
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