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Department: Administration

Job Title: General Manager

Reports to: VP/GM PMC Block

POSITION SUMMARY :

This role is responsible for the overall performance of the site, including operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, maintenance, Human Resources, EH&S, and financial results. The General Manager will drive operational excellence, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and ensure the successful execution of business objectives while aligning with the company's strategic direction.

About Bal Seal: Bal Seal Engineering delivers advanced sealing, connecting, and contact solutions that serve medical, aerospace, energy, and industrial markets. Our proprietary spring-energized seals and electrical contacts help customers achieve precision, efficiency, and reliability. Employees thrive in a culture that values craftsmanship, technical mastery, and close partnership with customers solving complex challenges.

ESSENTIAL/MAJOR ELEMENTS OF POSITION

Provide overall leadership and accountability for manufacturing operations, including Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and EH&S functions.

Develop and execute business strategies that align with company objectives while supporting growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Drive operational excellence initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and inventory performance.

Lead capacity planning, workforce planning, and capital investment initiatives to support current and future business needs.

Ensure compliance with customer requirements, regulatory standards, and applicable quality management systems.

Partner with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations teams to support new product introduction (NPI), production readiness, and successful program execution.

Analyze operational and financial performance metrics and communicate results, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership.

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, on-time delivery, labor efficiency, inventory management, and overall business performance.

Develop and support a cross-functional culture of continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

Manage site budgets, forecasting, resource allocation, and operational spending to achieve business objectives.

Build, develop, and mentor high-performing teams while promoting accountability, engagement, and professional development.

Lead employee selection, performance management, succession planning, and training initiatives to ensure organizational capability and long-term success.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Necessary to Successfully Perform this Position:

Ability to create and translate strategic plans into tactical objectives and execute them

Ability to plan strategically and innovatively

Ability to use critical thinking skills and analysis

Has an in depth knowledge of manufacturing processes

In-depth knowledge of ISO standards

Working knowledge of ITAR procedures and regulations

Possesses a solid understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and Microsoft Office Products

Problem solver, ability to convey and implement change, a positive attitude

Excellent interpersonal skills

Advanced planning, budgeting and leadership ability

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education Level Desired :

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Prior Experience Desired :

10-15+ years of progressive leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.

Experience leading cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing.

Prior responsibility for operational performance, financial results, workforce development, and customer satisfaction.

Experience implementing continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, 5S etc.

Physical Demands (ADA):

Employee is occasionally required to stand.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk.

This position is occasionally sedentary; Therefore, required to sit.

Employee regularly required to talk to others and to hear their responses.

Occasionally will need to bend, stoop and squat.

Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Required to reach with hands and arms to handle documents and products.

Must be able to enter data into a computer by use of a key board and mouse and be able to sit for long periods at his/her desk as well as occasionally visit employees throughout the building to gather data and clarify information.

Specific vision abilities required by this job are those necessary for clearly reading printed material and information printed on a computer screen.

Position requires the ability to think and respond at the level necessary to execute the position essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment conditions are typical of both an office and a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the basic functions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate, however, hearing protection may be required if employee enters high noise areas as a part of their normal job duties.

Benefits:

At Bal Seal Engineering (BSE) we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

BSE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.