Business Unit Manager

Description

• Lead cross-functional teams across Engineering, Quality, Finance, Supply Chain, and Production to achieve project milestones.
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to define resource plans, capacity models, and equipment strategies.
• Conduct regular business reviews with customers and executive leadership, reporting on performance metrics, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Identify and mitigate program risks related to capacity, supplier readiness, and design complexity.
• Lead all aspects of program planning, execution, and delivery, from initial customer engagement through production sustainment.
• Serve as the primary customer liaison for all assigned programs, ensuring scope, quality, and schedule alignment.
• Develop and manage program KPIs, including delivery performance, margin attainment, and quality metrics.
• Manage customer expectations while maintaining alignment with GTI’s operational capabilities and strategic objectives.
• Champion continuous improvement and Lean initiatives to enhance throughput, reduce lead times, and improve overall program health.
• Translate customer requirements into executable project plans with clear milestones, budgets, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards during facility setup and operation.
• Drive the successful design, launch, and ramp-up of new manufacturing facilities or production lines within your business unit.
• Oversee project budgets, timelines, and process validation to ensure readiness for full-scale production.

Requirements

• Experience in industrial fabrication, modular manufacturing, or energy systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Proven track record of managing facility launches, production expansions, or complex capital projects.
• 10+ years of experience in program or operations management within manufacturing, engineering, or construction environments.
• PMP or related project management certification.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows, production scheduling, and cost management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement frameworks.
• Exceptional ability to interface with customers, vendors, contractors, and internal executives.
• Background in defense, heavy industrial, or capital equipment manufacturing.
• 5+ years leading cross-functional teams in a customer-facing capacity.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance