Challenge Manufacturing · 9 hours ago
General Manager
1401 S. Washington, Holland, MI 49423
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expChallenge Manufacturing is a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, committed to operational excellence and employee empowerment. The General Manager will oversee daily operations of the plant, focusing on production, safety, quality, and productivity, while also developing processes to meet corporate goals and customer deadlines.
AutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Define and prioritize operational goals and objective and manage projects to meet corporate goals and customer deadlines
Direct the team in solving specific challenges and overcoming project roadblocks when necessary, so that agreed upon goals and objectives are met
Guide direct personnel toward the achievement of established goals
Complete and present annual performance appraisals for all direct report employees, outlining positive and negative performance, and document a plan of action for sub-par performers
Assess the skill level of employees and provide training as needed to advance skills
Provide feedback for employee’s annual appraisal that perform in other areas but are not direct reports
Work with human resources department to recruit/hire employees needed to execute the functions of your responsible business area and help to influence the development of and implement strategies and programs that attract, develop, reward, and retain exceptional people
Mentor operational and logistic team members, managers, team leaders, and other contributing members, assisting in creating professional and technical growth goals for each team member
Identify future leaders within the company and support their leadership development
Interface with customers on key issues to resolve and communicate action plans as needed
Establish goals and drive improvement of key performance measures as determined each year
Write and/or present effective memos, letters, e-mail messages, reports, and presentations
Communicate verbally and in writing using appropriate language and tone
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
5+ years' experience leading the operation of a multi-shift production facility
Proven leadership experience required
Strong business acumen (P&L, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
Knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, inventory and stewardship processes
Computer literacy required, including MS Office (Excel) and ERP/MRP experience
Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
Has high standards of performance for self
Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes
Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work
Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress
Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts
Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships
Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow
Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers
Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities
Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively
Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity
Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge
Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely
Preferred
Union relations / experience in a union (UAW) environment strongly preferred
Experience with Plex Systems ERP strongly preferred
Previous experience in automotive industry preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options
Employer 401k Match
ESOP shares
Tuition reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Challenge Incentive Program
Paid time off
Company
Challenge Manufacturing
Challenge Manufacturing is an automotive company offering stamped and welded automotive assemblies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$100M2021-02-02Debt Financing· $100M
Leadership Team
Doug Bradley
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-08-05
Business Wire
2023-10-16
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