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General Manager
Job Description
Country United States of America
State / County California
City Gardena
Division Fasteners
Company PB Fasteners
Function Operations
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time Opportunity
ID 24206
Job Description Position Summary:
The General Manager (GM) is fully accountable for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of PCC-PB Fasteners. The GM leads the site by setting clear expectations, building strong teams, and driving disciplined execution across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and growth. This role owns the plant P&L and is responsible for developing people, improving operational performance, strengthening customer relationships, and aligning the organization to PCC's business objectives. The GM creates a culture where safety is non negotiable, quality is built into everything we do, delivery commitments are met, and employees are engaged, developed, and held accountable.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Safety, Quality & Compliance Leadership Serve as the visible champion of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across the organization.
- Establish and reinforce a culture where safety and quality are top priorities and issues are addressed immediately and effectively.
- Ensure full compliance with PCC, customer, regulatory, and export control requirements. Business & Financial Leadership Own full P&L responsibility, including budgets, forecasts, operating plans, and capital planning.
- Develop and execute short‑ and long‑term business strategies that drive revenue growth, profitability, cash flow, and working capital improvement.
- Ensure annual sales, margin, and profitability targets are achieved. Operational Excellence & Execution Drive daily performance against plant KPIs, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, and Productivity.
- Lead high‑impact operational initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, control costs, and improve operating efficiency.
- When performance misses occur, lead disciplined root‑cause analysis and ensure credible recovery plans are developed and executed with the leadership team.
- Apply lean manufacturing principles, standard work, and continuous improvement to sustain results. Customer & Product Growth Drive product line growth through increased volume, market share, new customers, and successful new product introductions.
- Own customer performance metrics for represented products, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Represent PB Fasteners with customers and suppliers in a professional, responsive, and results‑oriented manner. Leadership, People Development & Engagement Build, develop, and lead a strong manufacturing leadership team capable of executing business strategy and improving employee engagement and labor relations.
Develop talent through effective performance management, coaching, succession planning, and rewards/recognition.
Create an energizing, inclusive, and team‑based work environment that promotes accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned to business priorities. Cross‑Functional Alignment & Communication Establish strong partnerships with EHS, Engineering, Sales, Quality, Finance, HR, and other functions to ensure alignment and effective cross‑functional execution.
Communicate clearly and frequently with employees, customers, suppliers, and corporate leadership.
Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews with the Division President, COO, and CEO.
Perform other duties as assigned. Measures of Performance Safety incidents and safety culture effectiveness
Quality performance (scrap, rework, returns, customer escapes)
On‑time delivery and schedule performance
Budget and forecast accuracy vs. actuals
EBIT, operating working capital, and cash performance
Employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, and team development
Quality and timeliness of business decisions
Integrity, ethics, and protection of confidential information Required Skills & Experience Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and process improvement capability
Demonstrated success with full P&L ownership in a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing, Theory of Constraints (TOC), and structured problem‑solving
Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans tied to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Cost metrics
Track record of driving results through disciplined execution and accountability
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, short‑cycle manufacturing environment
Strong financial, operational, and systems literacy (ERP, production planning, inventory, spreadsheets)
Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Desired Skills Highly organized, self‑motivated leader with a strong continuous‑improvement mindset
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial management tools
Working knowledge of Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control
Strong project and program management capability
Experience in Fasteners, Aerospace, Automotive, or similar regulated manufacturing environments Education & Background Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline required
MS or MBA strongly preferred
Minimum 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
Proven experience leading people and delivering results through teams
Demonstrated success in a machining or precision manufacturing environment All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
For informational purposes only, the range for annual base salary for this role is $240,000.00 to $260,000.00 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Executive Bonus Plan, paid out up to 40% of the applicable annual base salary, based on the Company's performance in the prior calendar year. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
The position will be eligible to participate in the Company's Long-Term Incentive Program
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance
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A General Manager manages all aspects of a business. May be responsible for managing a small business, or managing one division or department of a larger business. Oversees administration, finance, communication and marketing as well as operations for a company. Reports to business owners, executive management or a board of directors.
$123,377 / year median in California
+8% projected growth