General Manager

WILBERT INC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway-you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of manufacturing plant and their employees ensuring policies and procedures are followed. They develop processes that will maximize safety, quality and productivity by driving continuous improvement and optimization of all processes..

Role and Responsibilities

• Directs the overall manufacturing effort of the organization through the coordination and management of manufacturing, quality assurance, purchasing, and continuous improvement.
• Responsible for the strategy and long term planning of the Lebanon operations to ensure continued success in meeting customer expectations.
• Directs and plans the operational efforts of the manufacturing function to ensure compliance with company policies and practices in areas such as safety, TS, ISO and all regulatory agencies.
• Works with sales and marketing to ensure customer satisfaction relative to delivery, cost and quality.
• Determines the capital requirements for the Louisville operation and effectively manages the capital planning and spending.
• Develops plans and strategies for ensuring the efficient use of materials, machines and human resources
• Coordinates the activities of division or department such as operating, manufacturing, engineering, quality, warehouse, sales, maintenance, and HR to effect operational efficiency and economy.
• Responsible for all budget preparation for assigned areas, as well as monitoring budget performance to budget.
• Responsible for operational income and production metrics success as defined by the corporate office. Deliver profitability.
• Confers with administrative personnel and reviews activity, operating and sales reports to determine changes in programs or operations required.
• Directs preparation of directives to division or department administrator outlining policy, program or operations changes to be implemented.

Leadership responsibilities

• Supervises management level personnel
• Communicates daily updates
• Completes performance evaluations
• Conducts coaching and disciplinary sessions

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• 4-year College Degree or equivalent experience - Business, Technical, Engineering or related field
• 10-15 years of related experience in management in plastics manufacturing environment
• Experience in dynamic growth environments including plant start-ups, turnarounds, or expansions
• Hands-on experience as a Plant Manager and proven results utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Toyota Production System tools.

Preferred Skills

• Strong verbal communication skills including speaking before groups of customers or employees
• Demonstrated ability to lead cultural change initiatives
• Excellent customer interface skills

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.