General Manager

SGF Global is hiring a hands-on General Manager for a manufacturing company serving industrial B2B customers.

This is a highly operational, site-based role with strong involvement in production, logistics, customers, and day-to-day problem solving.

The role is ideal for an experienced Operations / Plant / Manufacturing Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being close to the floor and the customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing and operational activities with a strong hands-on approach
• Manage production and logistics teams, primarily shop-floor employees
• Work closely with industrial customers, ensuring responsiveness and fast issue resolution
• Own operational KPIs and drive continuous improvement
• Take responsibility for operational financial performance, including cost control and efficiency
• Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to support production needs
• Act as a key problem-solver across operations, customers, and supply chain
• Maintain high availability and close involvement in daily operations

Requirements

• Proven operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment – mandatory
• Background as an Operations Manager / Plant Manager / Manufacturing Manager
• Strong understanding of production, logistics, and industrial customers
• Experience managing KPIs and operational metrics
• Hands-on, solution-oriented, and highly available leadership style