We are seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead a highly profitable transformer manufacturing organization. This role is the top leadership position, responsible for overseeing a $20M+ business with approximately 25 employees. The company has a strong reputation, low turnover, and is well-positioned for continued growth. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, operational leadership, and strategic vision to guide the organization forward.
Position Responsibilities
Business Leadership
- Provide overall leadership and management for the organization.
- Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure productivity, profitability, and long-term growth.
- Lead succession planning and organizational development initiatives.
Financial Oversight
- Own full P&L responsibility, ensuring revenue growth and cost efficiency.
- Monitor financial performance, budgets, and forecasts to achieve business targets.
- Drive operational improvements to maximize profitability.
Operational Excellence
- Ensure efficient production of medium voltage transformers.
- Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead workforce planning and scheduling to support flexible and efficient operations.
Team Development
- Supervise and mentor a team of approximately 25 employees.
- Build a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
- Drive employee engagement in an environment with historically low turnover.
Strategic Growth
- Position the organization for expansion by meeting market demand.
- Develop strategies to strengthen customer relationships and industry presence.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across the business.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; Mechanical Engineering will also be considered.
- Proven leadership experience in manufacturing, ideally within transformers or related industries.
- Strong understanding of P&L management and financial performance.
- Demonstrated ability to manage diverse responsibilities across operations, finance, and people leadership.
- Experience in leading technical teams with a hands-on approach.
Certifications (Preferred, but not Required)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Executive leadership or management certifications.
What the Role Offers
- Competitive base salary: $150,000 – $170,000.
- 30% annual bonus opportunity.
- Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) eligibility.
- Relocation support provided via sign-on bonus.
- Leadership of a highly respected, profitable, and stable manufacturing facility.
- Opportunity to shape the future growth of a well-established organization with a strong reputation and high demand for its products.
Why Bessemer?
Bessemer offers the benefits of a strong manufacturing community with access to a skilled workforce and supportive business environment. Its central location provides proximity to key industry partners and customers, making it an ideal hub for transformer manufacturing. The area combines a strong industrial base with a balanced quality of life, offering both career growth opportunities and a welcoming community in which to live and work.