DESCRIPTION: General Manager will be joining a rapidly growing segment at the forefront of the semiconductor equipment industry, where innovation, precision, and speed define success. We are looking for a hands-on, forward-looking General Manager to lead our manufacturing facility and play a key role in scaling operations to meet increasing global demand. This is an exciting opportunity to tackle complex challenges-ranging from advanced machining and tight-tolerance manufacturing to supporting next-generation semiconductor technologies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving tough operational problems, and is energized by building high-performing teams. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Lead end-to-end factory operations, including machining, manufacturing, planning, and quality. • Drive performance in a high-growth, high-mix, precision manufacturing environment. • Build, develop, and lead multi-shift teams, fostering a culture of accountability and engagement. • Deliver on throughput, on-time delivery, and cost goals while maintaining exceptional quality standards. • Ensure compliance with cGMP, ISO, and EHS (OSHA) requirements. • Champion a safety-first culture across all operations. • Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiative (Lean, Six Sigma). • Partner with Engineering to launch new products and next-generation semiconductor technologies. • Act as a key customer interface, hosting sire visits and presenting operational performance. • Manage KPIs, budgets, and capacity planning to support rapid business growth. • Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices. • Perform additional related duties as assigned. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: • N/A EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA a plus. • 5-10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations. • Strong background in machining or precision manufacturing preferred. • Working knowledge of quality systems (cGMP/ISO) and EHS regulations. • Proven success driving operational excellence (Lean, Six Sigma) in fast-paced environments. • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with customer-facing experience. • A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate complex challenges. PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB: • Sitting for extended periods of time. • Occasionally standing. WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB: • Regularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns. • Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. • High noise levels from operating machines. • The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes, gloves, ear plugs/covers, mask, cleanroom suit). • Low noise levels in office environment. • Possible breathing of fumes, odors, dust, and mist.