General Manager
Our lumber treating facility in Seneca, Illinois will be filling the role of
General Manager to lead our treating plant staff of 35-40
employees and all plant operations. As a top-level facility position
is accountable for production departments, ensuring safety,
process, procedures, metrics and plant performance. The ideal
candidate will have strong leadership skills and ability to get work
done through others.
Accountabilities –
Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating
expenditures, staffing, wages and salaries.
Responsible for full profit & loss responsibility, fiscal budgeting, and
capital project management.
Promote a continuous improvement culture through
communication and coaching employees as well as finding
opportunities for streamlining production activities and enhancing
value-added processes.
Strengthen, develop, and motivate supervision and staff by
managing responsibilities and ensuring accountability.
Manage the safety and health factors in all processes. Ensure safe
work practices and plant cleanliness.
Manage scheduling and timing of production. Plan for current and
future production requirements and maximize equipment use.
Qualifications –
5-7 years supervision/management experience is required.
Superior interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication
skills.
Ability to effectively motivate and lead teams.
Strong financial management skills and business acumen.
Computer proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Docs and
aptitude to navigate and acquire skills to use internal systems.
Previous wood products manufacturing management
experience.
Lean manufacturing/5S experience a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Shift:
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person