General Manager - Manufacturing

• 7 - 10+ years in a senior operational leadership role, ideally within manufacturing or custom fabrication.
• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Engineering, Business Management, Manufacturing, or related field.
• Strong command of manufacturing processes, custom design workflows, and integrating R&D into production.
• Proven supplier negotiation and supply chain management capability; data-driven with solid financial acumen.
• Strategic, growth-minded leader who is hands-on, customer-centric, and execution focused.
• Excellent people leadership: builds high-trust teams, coaches for performance, and drives cross-functional alignment.
• Advantageous knowledge: NRCS standards; trailer manufacturing; welding, plumbing, electrical and trailer assembly; AutoCAD (3D).
• Organized, resilient, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving, quality-driven environment.

• Develop and execute strategic plans to maintain market leadership and expand into exports, mining, military, civil infrastructure, and events.
• Oversee manufacturing operations to improve efficiency, reduce lead times, and drive innovation across batch and custom builds.
• Champion continual technological advancement and R&D investment to enhance product quality and throughput.
• Grow domestic and international client bases; collaborate with sales/marketing to position the brand, manage leads, and ensure competitive pricing and loyalty.
• Uphold a customer-first approach with tailored design solutions, technical guidance, and robust after-sales support.
• Build and manage a reliable supplier network; optimize procurement, inventory, and logistics across manufacturing and service functions.
• Lead post-sale services including repairs, maintenance, spares, warranties, client training, and service delivery standards.
• Mentor and develop teams across design, production, service, and administration; nurture a culture of trust, transparency, and well-being.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturing standards (e.g., MIB registration) and all legal, regulatory, and governance requirements.

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