General Manager (Manufacturing/Engineering), £100,000 package including bonus & car. Our client, a well-respected North-East based manufacturer is looking for a General Manager for their production facility in Newcastle. This role requires someone with General Manager or Managing Director experience or someone looking for their first GM role. Ideally you will have experience of running efficient production operations with a good focus on quality. You will have full P&L responsibility for the business and you will be expected to manage all support service functions, production and quality through your senior management team. Role and Responsibilities You will refine and implement the long-term strategic plan for the business You will lead a full management team covering all manufacturing functions including a service and maintenance profit centre You will be responsible for driving growth, engineering development, quality and process improvement throughout the business You will liaise with other divisional and group companies in developing commercial opportunities and operational improvements Skills and experience An MD or Operations Director with significant experience of technical products and operational processes A track record of delivering high levels of service and quality within in a demanding group structure Innovative, with an eye for detail and prudent cost management Good numerical and IT skills, with experience of using integrated business systems A good communicator, with an open and honest management style and a genuine empathy for the long-term goals of the business To be considered you must have a proven track record in leadership roles within manufacturing / engineering environments. In return, you will be offered a competitive basic salary of up to £80,000, up to 35% bonus, company car, pension and healthcare.