General Manager/ Managing Director

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the daily manufacturing activities at their respective location(s).
• Ensure that the location meets manufacturing goals and objectives.
• Develop manufacturing business plans to meet production goals and objectives of their respective location(s).
• Improve utilization of existing location assets.
• Develop continuous programs to reduce costs and improve efficiency throughout the location(s).
• Maintain a high level of Associate involvement and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement quality programs to reduce scrap and zero defects in the workplace with guidance from the enterprise-wide Quality function.
• Direct and implement production scheduling plans to meet customer demands.
• Work with technical group on new product developments and trials.
• Develop systems to support manufacturing location and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure consistent and regular Associate communication meetings with all location Associates.
• Develop operational budget and capital plans for future fiscal years.
• Manage capacity planning and utilization of Associates and equipment to reduce costs and increase output of product through the location.
• Participate in forward planning meetings to forecast new business and opportunities for the location.
• Ensure location security while maintaining a safe environment and compliance with all regulations (OSHA/EPA).
• Develop programs to maintain equipment and location.
• Recommend new capital equipment to meet new business and increase efficiency of the location.
• Develop and implement methods and process improvements to reduce costs and improve operation efficiency.
• Motivate, coach and direct activities of team leaders assigned to the location.
• Provide leadership role in Union contract negotiations (where applicable).
• Travel to other HEXPOL locations or to customers may be required.
• Perform any other project/task as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Related experience in rubber compounding, preferred.
• Experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Ten (10) years of proven and relevant manufacturing systems experience including leadership roles with solid understanding of process development and deployment.
• Five (5) years of professional, managerial and leadership experience.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Proficient in computer/system skills - MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• Experience with ERP software preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal communication skills and presentation skills across all business levels.
• Proven organizational and project management skills to manage a broad range of responsibilities.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, team-building skills with ability to work with suppliers and customers.
• Strong customer and market focus.
• Experience in managing, coaching, and developing Associates.
• High degree of independence within a dynamic and competitive environment requiring self-motivation and drive.