General Manager

Sanders Industries Holdings•Lake Forest, CA

6h•$225,000 - $295,000

About The Position

The General Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the site, including operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, maintenance, Human Resources, EH&S, and financial results. The role drives operational excellence, fosters continuous improvement, and ensures business objectives are executed in alignment with the company's strategic direction. Bal Seal Engineering delivers sealing, connecting, and contact solutions for medical, aerospace, energy, and industrial markets. Its proprietary spring-energized seals and electrical contacts support customer precision, efficiency, and reliability. The company describes a culture that values craftsmanship, technical mastery, and close customer partnerships in solving complex challenges. The position provides leadership and accountability for manufacturing operations and develops and executes business strategies supporting growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction. It leads operational improvement, capacity and workforce planning, capital investment, compliance, new product introduction support, performance analysis, budgeting, and development of high-performing teams. The role reports to the VP/GM PMC Block. The work environment includes both office and manufacturing settings, with noise ranging from quiet to moderate; hearing protection may be required in high-noise areas. The position requires access to ITAR-controlled information, and employment is contingent on meeting the ITAR definition of a U.S. person.

Requirements

10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
Experience leading cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing.
Prior responsibility for operational performance, financial results, workforce development, and customer satisfaction.
Ability to create and translate strategic plans into tactical objectives and execute them.
Ability to plan strategically and innovatively.
Critical thinking and analytical skills.
In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and ISO standards.
Working knowledge of ITAR procedures and regulations.
Solid understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and Microsoft Office products.
Problem-solving ability and ability to convey and implement change, with a positive attitude.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Advanced planning, budgeting, and leadership ability.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including occasional standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, and squatting; frequent lifting or moving of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds; reaching to handle documents and products; computer data entry; sitting for long periods; and visiting employees throughout the building.
Ability to clearly read printed material and computer-screen information and to think and respond at the level needed to execute the position's essential functions.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), such as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, as required by U.S. export control laws.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Management, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.
Experience implementing continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, 5S, or similar approaches.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and accountability for manufacturing operations, including Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and EH&S functions.
Develop and execute business strategies aligned with company objectives, supporting growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Drive operational excellence initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and inventory performance.
Lead capacity planning, workforce planning, and capital investment initiatives to support current and future business needs.
Ensure compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and applicable quality management systems.
Partner with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations teams to support new product introduction (NPI), production readiness, and successful program execution.
Analyze operational and financial performance metrics and communicate results, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership.
Establish and monitor KPIs related to quality, on-time delivery, labor efficiency, inventory management, and overall business performance.
Develop and support a cross-functional culture of continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
Manage site budgets, forecasting, resource allocation, and operational spending to achieve business objectives.
Build, develop, and mentor high-performing teams while promoting accountability, engagement, and professional development.
Lead employee selection, performance management, succession planning, and training initiatives to ensure organizational capability and long-term success.