General Manager - Wayland Area

General Manager | Wayland, MI

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

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in general manager? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Wayland seeking experienced General Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Wayland 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive overall financial performance, including P&L management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Oversee all manufacturing operations to ensure efficiency, quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve long-term growth, market expansion, and operational excellence.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all industry regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
• Optimize supply chain management from procurement to distribution to maximize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Cultivate strong client relationships and identify new business opportunities to expand market share.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven P&L management and strategic leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Extensive background in operational excellence, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize production efficiency, quality standards, and supply chain processes.
• Experience in building and leading high-performing teams, fostering a strong safety and accountability culture.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing technologies, industry regulations, and market dynamics.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Proficiency in a second language relevant to global operations or local workforce diversity
• Demonstrated experience with Industry 4.0 technologies and digital manufacturing initiatives
• Proven track record in new product introduction (NPI) and scaling manufacturing processes

Job Titles That Should Apply

General Manager, Operations Manager, Branch Manager, Business Unit Manager, District Manager, Regional Manager, Managing Director, Director of Operations, Store Manager, Plant Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.