General Manager (Machine Shop)

Our client is launching a new Aerospace Machine Shop Division and are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead operations, strategy, and growth.

This is a high-impact leadership role requiring deep expertise in manufacturing, precision machining, and the aerospace industry. The ideal candidate will bring strong operational leadership, P&L ownership experience, and the ability to scale a division from foundation to high performance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the 12–24 month growth strategy for the division

• Establish operational structure, performance metrics, and accountability systems

• Identify new aerospace business opportunities and drive revenue growth

Operations Management

• Oversee day-to-day machine shop operations (CNC machining, production planning, quality, maintenance)

• Improve production efficiency, reduce scrap, and optimize lead times

• Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO, ITAR, and customer-specific requirements

Financial Oversight

• Full P&L responsibility

• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls

• Evaluate capital investments (equipment, automation, staffing)

Team Leadership

• Build and develop high-performing teams (production, quality, engineering, supervisors)

• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement

• Lead workforce planning and talent development initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or precision machining

• 5+ years in a senior leadership or GM-level role

• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, production planning, and quality systems

• Experience with AS9100, ISO standards, and aerospace compliance requirements

• Proven P&L management experience

• Demonstrated success scaling operations and improving margins

• Background in Tier 1 or Tier 2 aerospace suppliers

• Experience launching or building new divisions

• Lean Six Sigma certification

• ERP system implementation experience

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