General Manager
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 April 2026 |
| Location: | CV23 0TB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Draycote Technology Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Job Title: General Manager – Electronics Contract Manufacturing (Founder-Led SME)
Location Rugby – site based
Reporting to Founders / Owners
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on General Manager to work closely with the Founders in leading our electronics contract manufacturing business. This is a senior, operationally focused role in a founder-led SME, requiring someone who is comfortable taking ownership, making decisions, and being actively involved in the day-to-day running of the business.
The General Manager will have end-to-end responsibility for site performance, acting as the Founder’s operational lead while helping to professionalise and grow the business without losing its agility.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Business Leadership
Run the business on a daily basis alongside the Founders
Take ownership of operational decision-making across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
Manage P&L, cash flow, and working capital with a practical, SME mindset
Turn strategic intent into clear actions on the shop floor
Operations & Manufacturing (Hands-On)
Be highly visible on the shop floor, supporting teams and resolving issues in real time
Oversee SMT, through-hole, box build, test, and final assembly operations
Drive delivery performance, productivity, and quality through direct involvement
Lead NPI, customer introductions, and process changes from concept to production
Balance short-term firefighting with longer-term improvement
Quality & Compliance
Personally own customer quality performance and key escalations
Maintain compliance with ISO 9001
Lead audits, investigations, and corrective actions in a practical, proportionate way
Supply Chain & Planning
Actively manage suppliers, shortages, lead times, and material risk
Make pragmatic trade-offs between cost, delivery, and customer expectations
Ensure inventory and planning decisions support cash and service levels
Customer & Commercial Involvement
Be the senior operational contact for key customers
Support quoting, pricing decisions, and contract reviews
Help the Founder grow the business through strong delivery and trusted customer relationships
People & Culture
Lead from the front and set the tone for the business
Develop supervisors and managers while remaining hands-on
Build a culture of accountability, openness, and continuous improvement
Experience & Background
Strong experience in a hands-on leadership role within an electronics contract manufacturing SME
Deep understanding of electronics manufacturing and test processes
Proven ability to manage operations, people, and finances in a small business environment
Comfortable working in a founder-led structure with evolving processes
Experience dealing directly with customers, suppliers, and auditors
Personal Attributes
Practical, decisive, and action-oriented
Comfortable getting involved at all levels of the business
Calm under pressure and able to prioritise in a fast-moving environment
Strong communicator with credibility on the shop floor
What We Offer
Competitive salary appropriate to a senior SME leadership role
Significant autonomy and trust
Opportunity to play a key role in the long-term development of a founder-led business
Interested parties should provide their CV by email to jobs@draycotetechnology.com in the first instance.
We are an equal opportunities employer
Location Rugby – site based
Reporting to Founders / Owners
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on General Manager to work closely with the Founders in leading our electronics contract manufacturing business. This is a senior, operationally focused role in a founder-led SME, requiring someone who is comfortable taking ownership, making decisions, and being actively involved in the day-to-day running of the business.
The General Manager will have end-to-end responsibility for site performance, acting as the Founder’s operational lead while helping to professionalise and grow the business without losing its agility.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-Day Business Leadership
Run the business on a daily basis alongside the Founders
Take ownership of operational decision-making across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
Manage P&L, cash flow, and working capital with a practical, SME mindset
Turn strategic intent into clear actions on the shop floor
Operations & Manufacturing (Hands-On)
Be highly visible on the shop floor, supporting teams and resolving issues in real time
Oversee SMT, through-hole, box build, test, and final assembly operations
Drive delivery performance, productivity, and quality through direct involvement
Lead NPI, customer introductions, and process changes from concept to production
Balance short-term firefighting with longer-term improvement
Quality & Compliance
Personally own customer quality performance and key escalations
Maintain compliance with ISO 9001
Lead audits, investigations, and corrective actions in a practical, proportionate way
Supply Chain & Planning
Actively manage suppliers, shortages, lead times, and material risk
Make pragmatic trade-offs between cost, delivery, and customer expectations
Ensure inventory and planning decisions support cash and service levels
Customer & Commercial Involvement
Be the senior operational contact for key customers
Support quoting, pricing decisions, and contract reviews
Help the Founder grow the business through strong delivery and trusted customer relationships
People & Culture
Lead from the front and set the tone for the business
Develop supervisors and managers while remaining hands-on
Build a culture of accountability, openness, and continuous improvement
Experience & Background
Strong experience in a hands-on leadership role within an electronics contract manufacturing SME
Deep understanding of electronics manufacturing and test processes
Proven ability to manage operations, people, and finances in a small business environment
Comfortable working in a founder-led structure with evolving processes
Experience dealing directly with customers, suppliers, and auditors
Personal Attributes
Practical, decisive, and action-oriented
Comfortable getting involved at all levels of the business
Calm under pressure and able to prioritise in a fast-moving environment
Strong communicator with credibility on the shop floor
What We Offer
Competitive salary appropriate to a senior SME leadership role
Significant autonomy and trust
Opportunity to play a key role in the long-term development of a founder-led business
Interested parties should provide their CV by email to jobs@draycotetechnology.com in the first instance.
We are an equal opportunities employer