General Manager Job at LHH, Spring Grove, IL

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  • LHH
  • Spring Grove, IL

Job Description

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated General Manager – Operations Leadership Opportunity to join their team. Seeking a hands-on General Manager to oversee operations and drive organizational excellence. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing company with a strong reputation for quality and employee engagement. You will provide strategic oversight for all administrative, operational, and human resources functions, directly managing a team of 20 employees, including office staff, Shop Manager, Production Manager and Quality Manager. You will report to ownership and play a pivotal role in shaping company culture, building strong relationships, and fostering a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leadership & Culture Building: Serve as a servant leader, inspiring trust and engagement across all levels. Champion open communication, positive remediation, and honest feedback to nurture a supportive workplace.
  • Problem Solving: Proactively address operational challenges, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and escalations are managed constructively.
  • Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, costing, AP/AR, and credit evaluation. Set profit margin goals and monitor financial performance to support sustainable growth.
  • Staff Development: Lead hiring, onboarding, and employee relations. Support training, compensation reviews, and career development initiatives.
  • Operational Excellence: Maintain compliance, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the accuracy of business processes. Drive continuous improvement in systems and procedures.
  • Customer & Vendor Relations: Evaluate customer credit, manage payment terms, and participate in key meetings to strengthen partnerships.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required.
  • 7+ years of proven leadership experience in operations, manufacturing, or business administration.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with a passion for building relationships and developing teams.
  • Strong financial acumen and analytical abilities.
  • Manufacturing industry experience is preferred.
  • Comfortable being hands on in a plant manufacturing environment, walking the plant floor and engaging with staff at all levels of the organization.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business/ERP systems.

Compensation Range: $130,000 - $150,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate General Manager looking for a new and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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