Supervises: Business Unit Managers, Director of Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering Managers, Controls Engineering Managers
Position Summary: Manages the attainment of strategic objectives through the development of operational policies, budget creation/management, improvement, and enforcement of organizational policies and procedures, while offering impactful leadership and guidance. The General Manager is a proficient leader with robust business acumen, who is adept at organization and collaboration. This role is specifically responsible for driving project execution from the receipt of a purchase order to achieving the final buyoff on the customer's floor. The General Manager will collaborate closely with Business Unit Managers, Project Managers, Manufacturing Teams, and Engineering Teams, actively leading initiatives for process improvements to elevate efficiency, quality, and project execution. Strong technical skills across design, manufacturing, assembly, and project management are crucial for success in this role at Fori Automation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Drive hands-on involvement in project execution, working closely with Business Unit managers, project managers, manufacturing teams, and engineering teams to improve efficiency, quality, and project execution.
Direct and oversee activities in Engineering, Project Management, and Manufacturing to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Ensure uniformity among business units.
Develop, retain, and motivate a skilled, professional staff capable of meeting production and quality goals efficiently.
Set and establish goals aligned with organizational objectives.
Ensure effective financial management using financial statements and departmental budgets for long-term planning.
Establish processes to ensure manufactured products meet customer quality requirements.
Ensure adherence to schedules for product shipments.
Maintain proper departmental staffing within executive management guidelines.
Ensure property capacity and conduct weekly resource planning.
Actively participate in Motor City Meetings when possible.
Implement project financial control down to all project managers through business unit managers.
Uphold the Company's ISO certification.
Review and recommend a course of action for legal issues.
Represent the company at public relations activities following company policy.
Drive adherence and oversight of Lincoln Business Systems strategies.
Model and uphold LE Core Values & Code of Conduct.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline preferred or equivalent industry experience in a technical field.
Previous professional background should include working at a machine tool builder/integrator engaged in the design and construction of automation equipment, or at a Tier one or original equipment manufacturer with responsibilities for overseeing automation.
P&L responsibility
Prior direct Project Management and/or Operational experience required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Strong personality with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Team oriented
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Ability to adapt to a dynamic agenda
Resourceful with strong problem-solving
Sound judgment when decision making
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Physical demands: Work is usually a mix of sedentary and walking. The use of the telephone and computer is extensive. In the office, there is minimal reaching, bending, and lifting in relation to documents and stored records.
Work environment: Normal office environment, work includes travel and meetings. This individual may have to sit for long periods of time. The noise level is usually moderate. Traveling may be unplanned and immediate; hours may be irregular.