Overview:
Join a company with over 80 years of uninterrupted success supplying critical chemicals to stable industries. Our flagship 24/7 facility, with approximately 60 employees, is seeking a dynamic Plant General Manager to lead operations, drive safety and performance, and work closely with both management and hourly teams. This role reports to a Regional Manager and offers significant advancement potential into regional management roles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for the plant, ensuring continuous improvement and high-quality production
- Directly manage 2 production managers and a small team of supervisors, fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment
- Maintain a strong floor presence by actively engaging with operations and hourly personnel to drive high safety standards and performance
- Oversee production planning, scheduling, and implementation of lean practices to optimize efficiency and reduce waste
- Manage full P&L for the site, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reporting
- Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated issues, coordinating resolutions with cross-functional teams and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Lead project initiatives aimed at process enhancements and operational excellence while maintaining rigorous compliance with safety protocols
Requirements
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; an advanced degree is a plus
- Minimum of 5 years' leadership experience in a manufacturing or chemical production environment
- Proven experience managing 24/7 operations
- Strong knowledge of production planning, safety protocols, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on management style
- Experience with ERP systems and production planning software is preferred
Benefits
What We Offer:
- Exceptional job stability with no layoffs in over 80 years
- Comprehensive employee healthcare and dental benefits, with low premiums for additional household members
- 4% 401K match
- Tuition reimbursement program (up to $10,000 per year)
- Bonus potential that can stretch up to 2x target
- A 10-week management training course designed to prepare future leaders
- Direct access to higher-level leadership and ample opportunity for career advancement
