General Manager - Adrian Area

General Manager | Adrian, MI

Salary Range: $128,000 - $179,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a general manager? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Adrian area seeking experienced General Managers to drive results.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers General Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Adrian in Lenawee County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Tecumseh, Hudson, Morenci, and Onsted.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Adrian region seeking General Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Lead hiring, training, and performance reviews for plant staff.
• Enforce safety programs and environmental compliance.
• Track output, quality, and cost metrics and act on gaps.
• Coordinate maintenance and capital equipment projects.
• Build relationships with key customers and suppliers.
• Report operating results to ownership or corporate leadership.
• Oversee daily plant operations and production schedules.
• Set and manage the annual operating budget.

Recommended Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.
• Strong record of leading and developing production teams.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field.
• Eight or more years in manufacturing with several in a leadership role.
• Record of managing plant budgets and profit and loss.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in the same industry segment.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing software systems.
• Master's degree or MBA.
• Six Sigma or lean certification.
• Experience with plant startups or expansions.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Vice President of Manufacturing, Works Manager, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, Director of Operations, Site Manager, Facility Manager, General Manager Operations

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.