Business Unit Manager

Overview

Lead customer-facing programs, manage facility launches, and drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• program planning
• budget oversight
• resource planning
• facility launch
• kpi management
• customer liaison

Tasks

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

Requirements

• pmp
• erp
• iso 9001
• lean manufacturing
• microsoft office
• 10+ years

What You Bring

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

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About Gti Fabrication

-Born in Buffalo, NY, began by crafting disaster relief gear for the Defense Department, laying the groundwork for modular innovation. -Rapidly scaled by expanding into Phoenix and Monterrey to meet booming demand in energy storage and industrial fabrication. -Specialist in Defense, Energy, Industrial, Off-Shore, Oil & Gas, Construction, Renewable Energy, Disaster Relief, Modular Buildings, OEM Manufacturing. -Goodyear, AZ facility features AI-driven battery loading and full U.S. manufacturing compliance.

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