General Manager

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

The General Manager is responsible for the achievement of the plant objectives for the manufacturing operation consistent with maintaining productivity, quality and health and safety standards.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

This position reports to the President.

Directly reporting to this incumbent is:

· Quality Manager

· Extrusion Manager

· Fabrication Manager

· Customer Accounts Manager

· CNC Manager

· Shipping Manager

· Program Manager

· Die Shop Manager

· Maintenance Manager

· HR Manager

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

· 5 to 10 years of experience as a General Manager/Operations Manager in a manufacturing environment is required.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to plan and organize

· Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written

· Attention to detail

· Ability to monitor multiple tasks at once

· Ability to make decisions

· An aptitude for analysis

· Team working

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the operations of the Kentucky plant, which includes developing and implementing plans to efficiently use materials, labor and equipment to meet production targets.

· Plans and directs the production operation through subordinates, applying their knowledge of production techniques, capacities and human resource skills with the goal of improved productivity, quality and cost reduction.

· Shall initiate and drive cost saving proposals and improvement in processes and productivity.

· Ensure products are produced within the tolerance established by and with the assistance of the quality department. The incumbent shall be a firm believer in the ISO quality standards.

· The incumbent shall ensure that housekeeping standards are maintained and shall comply with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

· Assist HR in recruitment.

· Complete the necessary paperwork as required for their areas of responsibility.

· Effectively communicate with his/her subordinates as well as peers to improve employee knowledge and human relations.

· Shall recommend training requirements for subordinates and hourly personnel.

· Will be part of the budgetary team in establishing the annual operating budget for his/her areas of responsibility.

· Direct, coach and mentor staff to ensure performance targets are achieved.

· Develop a positive labor relations and health and safety culture.

· Ensure the well-being of all employees under his/her direction.

· Be responsible for safety performance in the assigned areas:

o Take action to correct substandard acts or conditions

o Observe and monitor employee safety

o Ensure the OSHA standards are met

o Use safety processes in all work and according to Dajcor Health & Safety, Environmental and Housekeeping policies

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

50% of time spent in the plant environment

HAZARDS:

· May be exposed, on a limited basis, to hazardous elements while on the plant floor

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

· Some time spent walking or standing

· Majority of time spent at desk on office computer systems

· Some opportunities for handling parts

MENTAL STRESS:

· Constant production pressure

· Employee concerns

· Dealing with customer complaints

SENSORY ATTENTION:

· High attention to detail required in completing paperwork

· Special visual attention to quality defects

· Communication skills in directing and listening to employee concerns

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Schedule:

Shift availability:

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Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

Work Location: In person