Job Description

General Manager – Automotive Manufacturing Operations

Location: Temple, GA Area

Compensation: $170,000 – $200,000 + Car Allowance + Matching 401(k) + Comprehensive Benefits + PTO

Local candidates only

Drive Operational Excellence in a Growing Automotive Supplier.

Our client, a leading Tier 1 automotive components manufacturer , is expanding due to significant new business and increased production demand. They are seeking a highly experienced General Manager to lead the Georgia manufacturing facility and position the plant for continued success.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a results-driven automotive manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. You’ll have full responsibility for plant performance, culture, and profitability — with the authority to make key decisions and implement best-in-class operational strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all plant operations for a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently achieved.
• Develop and execute operational strategies that drive productivity, reduce scrap and downtime, and improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements for major OEM and Tier 1 customers.
• Champion lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen process capability and product quality.
• Drive a culture of accountability and performance , coaching and developing leadership teams to meet and exceed KPIs.
• Oversee quality assurance, maintenance, supply chain, and production planning to maintain seamless operations and on-time delivery.
• Partner closely with corporate leadership on capital investments, new product launches, and long-term strategic planning.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets, cost control measures, and P&L accountability.
• Foster strong customer relationships through consistent delivery, responsiveness, and continuous improvement performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or related field ( MBA preferred ).
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in automotive manufacturing , including experience with OEM/Tier 1 customers.
• Proven success as a General Manager, Plant Manager, or Senior Operations Leader in a high-volume, precision manufacturing environment.
• Deep understanding of lean principles, Six Sigma, SPC, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated success improving KPIs such as scrap rate, OEE, downtime, and throughput.
• Strong financial acumen, P&L management experience, and ERP system proficiency.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and team-building skills with a hands-on, data-driven approach.

Why Join This Team

• Competitive base salary with executive-level benefits and car allowance.
• Matching 401(k), comprehensive healthcare, and paid time off.
• Significant opportunity to make an immediate and measurable impact on plant performance and company growth.
• Stability and long-term career potential with a well-established and growing automotive supplier.
• A collaborative, performance-driven culture that values innovation and operational excellence.

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