General Manager – Large-Scale Metal Fabrication Plant

About the role

We are looking for a high‑calibre General Manager to lead a major production site within a fast‑growing industrial group that specializes in heavy metal fabrication and integrated manufacturing for the special transport sector.

Key responsibilities

• Full operational leadership of the plant, covering production, planning, testing & quality, maintenance and overall operations with direct P&L responsibility.
• Coordinate closely with group entities for strategic planning, capacity alignment and shared objectives.
• Act as the primary customer interface, managing key accounts, handling technical and commercial issues, and maintaining strong client relationships under pressure.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team in Italy and abroad, with frequent travel to support foreign operations.
• Drive post‑acquisition integration as part of the group’s buy‑and‑build strategy, including recent site acquisitions and subsidiaries.
• Adopt a “roll‑up‑the‑sleeves” approach to understand bottlenecks, solve problems hands‑on and build a high‑performing structure.

Required profile

• Previous experience as General Manager, Plant Manager or Operations Director in complex metalworking companies.
• Background in environments with small/medium batches, high product variability, complex BOMs and multiple sub‑processes.
• Proven ability to manage demanding customers directly and resolve critical situations.
• Fluent English is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel frequently within Italy and internationally.

Required skills

• Metal fabrication expertise.
• Welding certification knowledge, especially International Welding Engineer (IWE).
• Experience with integrated electrical cabling/harnesses in metallic structures.

What we offer

• Strong career opportunity with a competitive salary package.
• Full relocation support, including housing if required.
• High‑autonomy role with significant visibility and direct impact on international growth.
• Challenging environment with complex processes and premium clients, offering the satisfaction of building robust operations.