General Manager Jobs in Utah

A General Manager in the manufacturing industry oversees the overall functionality of the manufacturing unit. They are responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing all operational activities within the manufacturing unit to ensure that production meets the company's objectives. Their duties include managing staff, overseeing product development, monitoring production quality, and liaising with other departments to implement the company's policies and goals. They also play a key role in budgeting, cost planning, inventory management, and resource allocation. Furthermore, they ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Important skills for a General Manager in manufacturing include strong leadership, strategic planning, and excellent communication abilities. They should have a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, project management, and lean manufacturing principles. Familiarity with industry-specific software and proficiency in data analysis is also beneficial. Certifications such as a Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) from APICS can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a General Manager, individuals might have roles such as Production Supervisor, Operations Manager, or Plant Manager.

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Plant Operations Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 3 days ago

Experiences/Education - Required B.S. in Operations or Engineering-related field. 5+ years as a Plant Operations Manager....

Plant Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 6 days ago

This role is instrumental in achieving operational objectives while allowing the General Manager to focus on strategic planning, commercial development, and expansion initiatives....

Supervisor, Manufacturing (4 day/10 hour shifts)

  • West Valley City, UT
  • 10 days ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 10 days ago

. + Experience with Oracle a plus + Experience with Lean Manufacturing is a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical...

Mobile Service and Repair Operations Manager

  • Midvale, UT
  • 10 days ago
  • Midvale, UT
  • 10 days ago

SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America's leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with...

Machining Operations Manager

  • Ogden, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 11 days ago

Come Join Our Team! At Petersen our team members are not just employees they are members of the Petersen/Precinmac community. We recognize that a company is only as good as it's team members and...

Supervisor, Manufacturing

  • West Valley City, UT
  • 11 days ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 11 days ago

Experience with Oracle a plus Experience with Lean Manufacturing is a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical...

Supervisor, Manufacturing

  • West Valley, UT
  • 13 days ago
  • West Valley, UT
  • 13 days ago

Experience with Oracle a plus Experience with Lean Manufacturing is a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical...

Operations Manager-Manufacturing

  • Ogden, UT
  • 15 days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 15 days ago

Operations Manager-Manufacturing page is loaded Operations Manager-Manufacturing locations Ogden, Utah time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR100461 About Us At...

Area Operations Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 19 days ago

Position: Area Operations Manager - Industrial Construction Department: Loenbro - Industrial Services Group Reports To: Regional Manager Location: Salt Lake City, UT Do you want to work for an...

Plant Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 25 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 25 days ago

The Plant/Operations Manager is responsible for managing and providing guidance to all site leaders. This position is accountable for all aspects of site operations....

Plant Manager

  • North Salt Lake, UT
  • 29 days ago
  • North Salt Lake, UT
  • 29 days ago

Requires 1 yr experience in packaging and/or printing environment: operating and troubleshooting press, lamination & slitting equipment; implementing Kaizen, SQF, Lean Manufacturing & GMP processes;...

Plant Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Plant Manager LOCATION Salt Lake City, UT No Remote TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $150,000 - $200,000 / yr ID MT10-2745283 POSTED May 20, 2025 A rapidly expanding plastics company in the Salt Lake City,...

Senior Director Manufacturing

  • West Valley City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

About Ratio Therapeutics Ratio Therapeutics is committed to improving and extending the lives of cancer patients without sacrificing their quality of life. We are a team of passionate scientists,...

Plant Manager (Swing Shift)

  • Ogden, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for the quality of the product being run on the production line as well as ensuring that the product is produced with the highest level of quality to meet or exceed customer expectation....

Plant Manager (First Shift)

  • Ogden, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ogden, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for the quality of the product being run on the production line as well as ensuring that the product is produced with the highest level of quality to meet or exceed customer expectation....

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Utah

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Utah offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.2%
Master's Degree
21.6%
High School or GED
18.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Managers in Utah
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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