General Manager - Roemer Machine (Internal Posting)

McCarthy Bush • Davenport, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Roemer Machine is seeking an experienced, hands-on General Manager to lead manufacturing operations in Davenport, Iowa. The role oversees daily operations across the centrifuge repair and machine shop departments, including production, staffing, quality, estimating, customer relationships, and operational performance. The General Manager will work directly with senior leadership and receive one-on-one training and mentorship to develop a comprehensive understanding of the business, with the goal of independently managing operations and carrying forward Roemer’s reputation for quality and service.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of manufacturing or industrial experience, including leadership or management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and operational efficiency.
• Proven experience leading teams, managing resources, and driving operational performance.
• Understanding of operational costs, financial performance, and customer relationship management.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, technical troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Global Shop Solutions experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across the centrifuge repair and machine shop departments.
• Manage production, staffing, quality, estimating, customer relationships, and operational performance.
• Lead teams, manage resources, and drive operational performance.
• Work alongside senior leadership and participate in one-on-one training and mentorship to develop a comprehensive understanding of the business.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation package.
• 401k program with company match.
• One-on-one mentorship and leadership development.
• Opportunity to lead a century-old, family-built business backed by the McCarthy-Bush family of companies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed