General Manager - Detroit Area

General Manager | Detroit, MI

Salary Range: $125,000 - $175,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in general manager? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Detroit area seeking General Managers.

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 Detroit in Wayne County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Hamtramck, Ferndale, Oak Park, and Grosse Pointe Park.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Detroit area seeking General Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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