Miscellaneous Metals General Manager

Job Title: General Manager - Metals Fabrication Shop

Location: Sanford, Florida

Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Benefits: [Heath, Dental, Vision, PTO, ]

About Us

We are a rapidly growing metals fabrication shop with a focus on quality, efficiency, and cutting-edge technology. We take on a diverse range of projects and are looking for an experienced General Manager to help ensure everything runs smoothly. We differentiate ourselves from other shops in the area through our full in-house capabilities: we can design, fabricate, sandblast, coat (paint and powder), and install—all under one roof. This vertical integration allows us to maintain full control over timelines and the quality of our final products. We value a hands-on, supportive work environment and provide our team with opportunities to learn and grow.

https://www.mccarthyfabricationllc.com/

Job Summary

The General Manager will oversee daily operations, making sure projects are completed on time and within budget. You’ll manage the Project Managers, CAD Manager, Field Manager, Shop Manager, and Paint Manager, and also work with ownership to set company direction and keep everything running smoothly. The General Manager will also work side by side with accounting to ensure jobs are on budget and profitable and the individual performance of their direct reports is tracked.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the organization, including project planning, field work, shop production, and coatings.
• Create and implement plans to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Ensure departments work well together, from planning to project completion.
• Set clear goals, track progress, and guide department heads.
• Manage production schedules, staffing, and resource needs to keep projects on track.
• Ensure all safety rules and quality standards are followed.
• Improve communication between departments to make workflows efficient.
• Drive improvements in how we do things to boost productivity.
• Track project budgets and keep an eye on costs to find savings and improve efficiency.
• Mentor and support team leaders to build a culture of accountability and growth.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in a management role within metal fabrication, construction, or manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing teams, including Project Managers and production leaders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Solid understanding of fabrication processes and production workflow.
• Experience with budgeting, managing resources, and controlling costs.
• Strong communication skills, able to work with all levels of the team.
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards for metal fabrication.
• Comfortable using project management tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Experience in miscellaneous metals fabrication or custom manufacturing.
• Familiarity with scheduling and management tools (e.g., Notion, Tekla Structures).
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Work in a hands-on, growing environment that values quality and craftsmanship.
• Opportunities for learning and career growth.
• Be part of a supportive team that values practical experience and skill.