General Manager, Manufacturing

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Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Objective:
The General Manager, Manufacturing oversees all aspects of manufacturing processes to ensure proven product functionality with a sustainable return on investment (ROI). The General Manager Manufacturing manages subordinate staff and coordinates with remote departments that are responsible for engineering development and manufacturing engineering. This candidate must have proven supervisory and technical skills, and an appreciation for the complex nature of the rental HVAC industry. Personal skills that will be required include exceptional business foresight, superlative communication skills, working knowledge of several engineering disciplines and how they relate to one another, and an aptitude for managing risk.

Position Responsibilities:
• Develops and promotes a “Zero Harm Safety Culture” leveraging Sunbelt’s Engage for Life Safety programs, fine tuning safety policy as it relates to manufacturing operations
• Has overall financial responsibility of local manufacturing operation, inventory, budgeting, cost controls, capital equipment acquisition and manufacturing facilities
• In partnership with senior management, develops and implements manufacturing plans support growth, safety and manufacturing efficiencies
• Develops the manufacturing management team, inspiring leadership through empowerment, coaching and accountability
• Develops manufacturing forecast and roughcut capacity plans
• Communicates with fleet planning, coordinating changing priorities and product deliveries
• Utilizes proven continuous improvement strategies to refine manufacturing processes and products, that minimize scrap, reduce rework & line failures and has emphasis on building the highest quality equipment at the lowest costs
• Establishes, implements, and maintains administrative policies, procedures, and standards
• Ensures production facility adheres to all local, national laws, including labor and environmental
• Develops long-term strategic initiatives for manufacturing operations
• Maintains knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices; applies this knowledge to continually improve product lines and production efficiency

Requirements:
Education & Experience:
• Degree in Business Administration or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operation (metal fabrication & production assembly environments experience preferred)
• Possesses knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes and systems, engineering systems, and product inventory management, manufacturing accounting and ERP systems
• Analytical and mathematical mind, capable of evaluating and solving various complex problems
• Leadership skills necessary to manage several experienced and driven teams, including proven supervisory and technical skills
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment
• Interpersonal communication skills with expertise in distilling complicated topics to a broader

Base Pay Range: $108,430.00 - 149,091.80