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Position: General Manager or Director of Operations

American Circuits, Inc. (ACI) is seeking an experienced operations leader to be the General Manager of our Charlotte, NC manufacturing plant.  This key individual will oversee all operations and report directly to the CEO.  This role requires proven ability to lead, coach, and drive team performance.   

In addition to leading all operations, the General Manager will also be heavily involved in allocating budget resources, coordinating departments, managing operational costs, ensuring good customer service, improving processes, monitoring the supply chain, hiring and training employees, and identifying new potential business opportunities.

Key Objectives (expected to be achieved within the first year):

• Quickly learn all business and operational requirements to manage the facility as the top leader
• Develop both strategic and tactical business plans to promote strong revenue growth
• Evaluate, develop, and direct sales
• Ensure operational capacity and expand plant capability to accommodate projected growth
• Collaborate with CEO and management team to establish performance initiatives and metrics

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day-to-day operations to achieve manufacturing targets and exceed client expectations
• Supervise the operations of manufacturing and support personnel to ensure a manufacturing process is within budget and time schedule
• Oversee development of production and support employees to ensure a competent workforce
• Develop and implement programs to increase efficiency and cost control
• Monitor production team to ensure operations are in compliance with safety standards
• Define objectives for team members that are in alignment with ACI goals
• Ensure collaborative engagement between all teams and departments
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic customers and key vendors
• Oversee plant maintenance and equipment, ensuring facilities meets the needs of the business
• All other tasks required for ACI’s continued growth and success

Skills and Experience

• 7+ years working in the electronic manufacturing industry
• In-depth understanding of electronics production processes
• Previous management or leadership experience including leading or working effectively with a cross functional group
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Accountability coupled with a strong desire to develop and implement effective business strategies and programs
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to train and mentor others