The Opportunity: General Manager

Location: Fort Mill, South Carolina (Charlotte metro area)

Company Overview:

This company operates a growing custom manufacturing and operations business serving industrial and infrastructure customers. The organization delivers engineered-to-order solutions and partners closely with sophisticated clients on complex projects. The business is entering a phase of continued growth and is seeking a senior leader to drive operational performance and scalability.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide overall leadership for facility operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer expectations, and safety standards
• Own full financial performance for the operation, including profitability, cost management, and growth initiatives
• Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing, cross-functional team
• Drive operational execution across production, engineering coordination, and supply chain functions
• Support and maintain strong customer relationships, serving as a senior point of contact as needed
• Champion continuous improvement efforts to support efficiency, quality, and scalability

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven leadership experience in operations, manufacturing, or general management roles
• Strong business and financial acumen with experience owning results
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, fast-paced environments
• Hands-on, accountable leadership style with strong communication skills
• Customer-focused mindset with a practical approach to problem-solving

Experience Level:

• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, manufacturing, or general management
• Prior responsibility for operational and/or financial performance
• Experience supporting growth, change, or scaling organizations

Compensation:

•  $160k - $180k Competitive and commensurate with experience
• Competitive and commensurate with experience
• Performance-based incentive compensation
• Opportunity for meaningful long-term growth and expanded responsibility

Next Steps:

If you’re interested and would like to schedule an introductory call, please contact TheMilVet directly at themilvet.org/careers by emailing your resume to our recruiting at: recruiting@themilvet.org.