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General Manager – Xico Lighting Woburn, MA – Full Time
A 3LED Group Company
Own the Growth. Build the Team. Lead the Transformation. Xico Lighting is the specification-grade architectural lighting brand within the 3LED Group. Our products support designers, architects, engineers, and contractors on demanding, high-performance projects. As Xico enters its next phase of growth—with expanded engineering, strengthened manufacturing capabilities, and deeper integration with Fusion Optix and LUXDrive—we are ready to scale.
We’re seeking a high-energy, high-standards General Manager who understands how architectural products are designed, specified, and sold, and who thrives on building organizations, sharpening operations, and driving culture. If you are a builder who enjoys solving hard operational problems and elevating teams, this is a rare opportunity to make a defining impact.
What You Will Lead Build a High-Performance Team and Culture
Lead all major Xico functions: operations, engineering, design, customer support, inside sales, supply chain, and production.
Establish a culture of clarity, accountability, urgency, and high craftsmanship.
Mentor and sharpen managers; upgrade talent; strengthen cross‑functional alignment.
Create an environment where people take ownership and follow through.
Drive Operational Excellence
Own the performance of the Woburn manufacturing facility—output, quality, cost, delivery.
Implement disciplined work order flows, structured production planning, inventory accuracy, and clean documentation.
Drive lean practices and continuous improvement with a "build it right the first time" mindset.
Ensure engineering releases are complete, correct, and production‑ready.
Strengthen Engineering & Quality
Build robust engineering workflows and documentation that tie seamlessly into production.
Ensure a true single source of truth across SolidWorks PDM, Salesforce, and all internal systems.
Lead CAPA, root‑cause analysis, and quality engineering to prevent repeat issues.
Align engineering, quality, and production around predictable, reliable output.
Elevate Customer Experience & Commercial Support
Oversee quotations, customer support, and project coordination teams to ensure fast, accurate, professional communication.
Improve responsiveness and project management discipline to build trust with agents, specifiers, and contractors.
Strengthen planning and documentation to ensure predictable and profitable project execution.
Support sales with margin discipline, product configuration accuracy, and improved delivery performance.
Leverage Channel Knowledge To Win Architectural Projects You understand how architectural products get onto projects. Even if not lighting, you know the dynamics of:
Specification-driven industries.
Architectural product reps and agent networks.
How architects, lighting designers, engineers, and contractors influence product selection.
Long project timelines, submittals, revisions, budgets, and value engineering.
What it takes to get a product designed in, specified, protected, delivered, and installed successfully.
You Will Use This Knowledge To
Improve our performance in the channel
Strengthen relationships with agents and specifiers
Build workflows that support complex project cycles
Ensure the factory supports the commercial team with reliability and clarity
Create competitive advantage through execution excellence
Drive Growth, Innovation & Strategic Alignment
Translate CEO and group-level strategy into actionable plans the team can execute.
Leverage synergies with Fusion Optix (optics/light engines) and LUXDrive (drivers & control) to deepen differentiation.
Build systems and processes that scale with growth.
Manage P&L performance with discipline across revenue, margins, and operating efficiency.
Who You Are
A Builder & Scaler
A Strong Operator
A Leader with High Standards
A Commercially Savvy Architectural Product Leader
A Problem Solver
An Entrepreneurial Operator
Qualifications
10–20+ years of experience in lighting, architecture-related products, building technologies, electronics, or precision manufacturing.
Deep familiarity with how architectural products are designed, specified, and sold.
Proven success leading multi-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, and customer-facing teams.
Demonstrated ability to scale systems, improve processes, and transform organizations.
Experience with Salesforce, ERP/MRP systems, and CAD/PDM-driven engineering workflows.
Excellent communication, leadership, and people development skills.
Passion for building an organization and taking a business to the next level.
Compensation Competitive base salary, performance-driven bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package.
About Fusion Optix We believe that Bright Minds Make Light Work™. Since 2003, our team of innovators, engineers, and creators has been revolutionizing the way the world experiences light. From our headquarters in Woburn, MA, we design, develop, and manufacture cutting-edge LED components and modules that power lighting solutions in homes, businesses, and critical industries like science, medicine, aerospace, and the military. Our mantra, Bright Minds™, reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and excellence. We are more than a workplace—we're a team of diverse, driven individuals united by a passion for innovation and an unrelenting focus on delivering exceptional results. We value growth and celebrate our people. By promoting from within and rewarding outstanding work, team contributions, and commitment, ensures that talent and dedication never go unnoticed. Our compensation and benefits are crafted to attract and retain the best. In addition to competitive base salaries, we offer quarterly bonuses, profit-sharing opportunities, and a robust benefits package, including: a group wide Fidelity 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match. The Gradifi program, helping employees pay off student loans or save for their children’s education. Comprehensive healthcare, dental, life, and disability coverage—with 100% of premiums covered for individuals. We are proud to be recognized as a leader in innovation and growth. We’ve been named one of Red Herring's Top 100 Most Innovative Companies in the Americas and featured in Inc. Magazine's list of fastest-growing manufacturing companies in the U.S.. Our patented technologies are trusted by some of the world’s most iconic brands and can be found in over 40 countries worldwide. If you’re ready to bring your Bright Mind™ to a team that’s transforming the lighting industry, we want to hear from you!
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General Manager
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Fusion Optix®
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
General Manager – Xico Lighting Woburn, MA – Full Time
A 3LED Group Company
Own the Growth. Build the Team. Lead the Transformation. Xico Lighting is the specification-grade architectural lighting brand within the 3LED Group. Our products support designers, architects, engineers, and contractors on demanding, high-performance projects. As Xico enters its next phase of growth—with expanded engineering, strengthened manufacturing capabilities, and deeper integration with Fusion Optix and LUXDrive—we are ready to scale.
We’re seeking a high-energy, high-standards General Manager who understands how architectural products are designed, specified, and sold, and who thrives on building organizations, sharpening operations, and driving culture. If you are a builder who enjoys solving hard operational problems and elevating teams, this is a rare opportunity to make a defining impact.
What You Will Lead Build a High-Performance Team and Culture
Lead all major Xico functions: operations, engineering, design, customer support, inside sales, supply chain, and production.
Establish a culture of clarity, accountability, urgency, and high craftsmanship.
Mentor and sharpen managers; upgrade talent; strengthen cross‑functional alignment.
Create an environment where people take ownership and follow through.
Drive Operational Excellence
Own the performance of the Woburn manufacturing facility—output, quality, cost, delivery.
Implement disciplined work order flows, structured production planning, inventory accuracy, and clean documentation.
Drive lean practices and continuous improvement with a "build it right the first time" mindset.
Ensure engineering releases are complete, correct, and production‑ready.
Strengthen Engineering & Quality
Build robust engineering workflows and documentation that tie seamlessly into production.
Ensure a true single source of truth across SolidWorks PDM, Salesforce, and all internal systems.
Lead CAPA, root‑cause analysis, and quality engineering to prevent repeat issues.
Align engineering, quality, and production around predictable, reliable output.
Elevate Customer Experience & Commercial Support
Oversee quotations, customer support, and project coordination teams to ensure fast, accurate, professional communication.
Improve responsiveness and project management discipline to build trust with agents, specifiers, and contractors.
Strengthen planning and documentation to ensure predictable and profitable project execution.
Support sales with margin discipline, product configuration accuracy, and improved delivery performance.
Leverage Channel Knowledge To Win Architectural Projects You understand how architectural products get onto projects. Even if not lighting, you know the dynamics of:
Specification-driven industries.
Architectural product reps and agent networks.
How architects, lighting designers, engineers, and contractors influence product selection.
Long project timelines, submittals, revisions, budgets, and value engineering.
What it takes to get a product designed in, specified, protected, delivered, and installed successfully.
You Will Use This Knowledge To
Improve our performance in the channel
Strengthen relationships with agents and specifiers
Build workflows that support complex project cycles
Ensure the factory supports the commercial team with reliability and clarity
Create competitive advantage through execution excellence
Drive Growth, Innovation & Strategic Alignment
Translate CEO and group-level strategy into actionable plans the team can execute.
Leverage synergies with Fusion Optix (optics/light engines) and LUXDrive (drivers & control) to deepen differentiation.
Build systems and processes that scale with growth.
Manage P&L performance with discipline across revenue, margins, and operating efficiency.
Who You Are
A Builder & Scaler
A Strong Operator
A Leader with High Standards
A Commercially Savvy Architectural Product Leader
A Problem Solver
An Entrepreneurial Operator
Qualifications
10–20+ years of experience in lighting, architecture-related products, building technologies, electronics, or precision manufacturing.
Deep familiarity with how architectural products are designed, specified, and sold.
Proven success leading multi-functional teams across operations, engineering, quality, and customer-facing teams.
Demonstrated ability to scale systems, improve processes, and transform organizations.
Experience with Salesforce, ERP/MRP systems, and CAD/PDM-driven engineering workflows.
Excellent communication, leadership, and people development skills.
Passion for building an organization and taking a business to the next level.
Compensation Competitive base salary, performance-driven bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package.
About Fusion Optix We believe that Bright Minds Make Light Work™. Since 2003, our team of innovators, engineers, and creators has been revolutionizing the way the world experiences light. From our headquarters in Woburn, MA, we design, develop, and manufacture cutting-edge LED components and modules that power lighting solutions in homes, businesses, and critical industries like science, medicine, aerospace, and the military. Our mantra, Bright Minds™, reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and excellence. We are more than a workplace—we're a team of diverse, driven individuals united by a passion for innovation and an unrelenting focus on delivering exceptional results. We value growth and celebrate our people. By promoting from within and rewarding outstanding work, team contributions, and commitment, ensures that talent and dedication never go unnoticed. Our compensation and benefits are crafted to attract and retain the best. In addition to competitive base salaries, we offer quarterly bonuses, profit-sharing opportunities, and a robust benefits package, including: a group wide Fidelity 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match. The Gradifi program, helping employees pay off student loans or save for their children’s education. Comprehensive healthcare, dental, life, and disability coverage—with 100% of premiums covered for individuals. We are proud to be recognized as a leader in innovation and growth. We’ve been named one of Red Herring's Top 100 Most Innovative Companies in the Americas and featured in Inc. Magazine's list of fastest-growing manufacturing companies in the U.S.. Our patented technologies are trusted by some of the world’s most iconic brands and can be found in over 40 countries worldwide. If you’re ready to bring your Bright Mind™ to a team that’s transforming the lighting industry, we want to hear from you!
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