General Manager Plant Operations

Overview General Manager candidates must exhibit proficiency and comprehension in seven core competency areas. Those are: Leadership, Management of People, Sales and Growth, Customer Service, Financial Understanding, Operational Understanding, and Technical Skills. Responsibilities / Essential Functions Manage a market center location (annual revenue from $9M+ average) including management of the production facility; Control costs of material, direct/indirect labor and equipment in accordance to budget; Use strategic and leadership skills to facilitate employee selection, development, retention, motivation, and strong customer relationships; Establish a cohesive team between sales, service, and production departments to meet organizational goals; Maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws/regulations that affect Market Center operations and safety, while promoting safety policies and awareness; Maintain effective relationship with all internal and external customers; If in a union facility, develop an effective management/labor relationship; Drive profitability and growth by obtaining new customers and retaining current customer relationships and maintain the market center's total managed volume; Ensure compliance with contracts and company policies and procedures Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Demonstrated success in operations management in a production facility or manufacturing environment; Considerable knowledge of financial reporting, including: profit and loss, sales, and capital expenses; Significant customer interface and service responsibilities; Strong analytical and process management skills Experience 5 - 7 years of progressive management responsibility; 12 - 18 months of business to business sales Travel Requirements Travel within the region is required Education Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered License Requirements / Certifications A valid driver's license is required