General Manager

AGI | Global Food Infrastructure•Marshall, IL

2d•$168,000 - $195,000•Onsite

About The Position

The General Manager is responsible for the overall performance, leadership, and execution of AGI’s Sioux Falls manufacturing facility. This role owns full site accountability across operations, supply chain and drives collaboration with engineering and inside sales, ensuring alignment between demand, capacity, and execution. The General Manager drives results through disciplined operating systems, clear accountability, and a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field required.
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations.
Proven experience managing a full P&L and leading multi-functional teams.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Background in industrial equipment, agriculture, or heavy manufacturing preferred.
Experience overseeing engineering and commercial (inside sales/customer service) functions is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead all site operations with a structured operating system and standard work
Drive daily execution through defined metrics, cadence, and escalation
Ensure on time delivery through schedule adherence and capacity alignment
Maintain strict focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
Establish leadership presence on the floor with routine engagement and accountability
Own full P&L performance for the facility
Develop and execute budgets, forecasts, and site plans
Drive productivity through standard hours, labor efficiency, and revenue per headcount
Reduce cost of quality including scrap, rework, warranty, and premium freight
Translate operational improvements into measurable EBITDA impact.
Build and lead a high performance team with clear ownership and expectations
Hold leaders accountable for safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance
Drive a culture of urgency, accountability, and continuous improvement
Partner with HR on talent development and succession planning
Ensure alignment between engineering, manufacturing, and customer requirements
Enforce structured product and process development and change management
Drive design for manufacturability and smooth product launches
Align production with demand through a structured planning process
Support inside sales to ensure responsiveness and delivery performance
Maintain strong relationships with key customers and resolve escalations quickly
Translate corporate strategy into clear site level actions
Lead capital planning focused on capacity, constraints, and return on investment
Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives