General Manager

General Manager | Southern Oregon | Full-Time

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader with a passion for boats and operational excellence? A well-established boat manufacturer in Southern Oregon is looking for a dynamic General Manager to lead day-to-day operations and drive strategic growth.

Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: CEO / President

Position Summary:

We're seeking a results-driven General Manager to oversee all aspects of our boat manufacturing facility. This includes leading cross-functional teams, optimizing production schedules, ensuring quality standards, and achieving financial and operational objectives. The ideal candidate brings proven experience in manufacturing leadership-ideally within marine or related industries-and thrives in a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

• Oversee operations including production, purchasing, inventory, quality control, engineering, and facilities.

• Drive strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability.

• Promote a positive, safety-conscious, and performance-driven work environment.

Production Management

• Manage production schedules to meet delivery goals and cost targets.

• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to ensure product specifications and standards.

• Lead continuous improvement efforts including lean manufacturing practices.

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Develop budgets, forecasts, and KPIs to track performance.

• Monitor financial health and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Oversee cost-effective procurement processes.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and industry regulations.

• Maintain top-tier product quality that meets customer and compliance standards.

Team Development

• Hire, train, and manage department leaders and key staff.

• Set performance benchmarks and support professional development.

Customer & Vendor Relations

• Align production with customer needs through collaboration with sales and service teams.

• Build strong relationships with vendors and partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (Master's preferred).

• 7+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing-marine industry experience is a strong plus.

• Proven success in process improvement, operations leadership, and team management.

• Strong financial skills, including P&L responsibility.

• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

• Familiarity with marine manufacturing standards and materials is a bonus.

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