WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSCrane Interiors (a GT Industries Company) is a 100% employee-owned upholstery manufacturer serving the marine and medical markets for over 50 years. Our 110 employee-owners don't just come to work-they invest in what they build. As General Manager, you will steward a $20-$30M operation and help shape the future of the people who own it. Your leadership will influence safety, quality, customer trust, financial performance, and the long-term health of our employee-ownership culture.
HOW YOU WILL LEADYou lead through clarity, accountability, integrity, and respect. You coach teams, build trust, and make continuous improvement a natural part of daily work-not a program. You connect people to purpose and help them see how their contributions move the company forward.
You will:
- Inspire a culture of ownership, teamwork, and transparency.
- Champion Lean/CI (Kaizen, 5S, standard work) and ensure improvements are sustained.
- Strengthen customer relationships through reliable delivery, clear communication, and smart quoting.
- Develop leaders and build a high-performing, cross-functional team.
- Ensure ERP accuracy and data-driven decision making across operations.
- You'll help people grow - not only in their careers, but in their ownership.
WHAT YOU WILL DOYou will oversee Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer Service, Supply Chain, and Sales Development. Key responsibilities include:
- Full P&L ownership and financial leadership
- Delivery, quality, productivity, and safety performance
- Workforce planning and operational alignment to customer demand
- CAPEX and long-term strategic planning
- New product introduction readiness (routings, BOMs, quality standards, training)
- Performance reviews, coaching, talent development, and ESOP communication
- Some travel may be required for customer and partner engagement.
WHAT YOU BRING- 7-10+ years of manufacturing leadership (upholstery/assembly a plus)
- P&L ownership and cross-functional team leadership
- Strong Lean/CI background
- Excellent communication, coaching, and strategic planning skills
- Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity
- Bachelor's degree in business, operations, engineering, or related field preferred
- Experience in an ESOP or participative environment is a plus
Bring your leadership, discipline, enthusiasm, and purpose-and we will teach you the specifics of our industry.
WHAT WE OFFERWe provide competitive pay and a full benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, life, disability, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), quarterly gain sharing bonuses, 401(K), and participation in our
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
