Come join a team that is technically oriented and quality-driven on a global scale. Greater Chicago plastics manufacturer is committed to the quality of products & services, which drives everything from product design to production to shipping the final product. Chicagoland combines the power of people with leadership and business to drive a dynamic economy. A strategic General Manager is needed to help uphold high standards; someone dedicated to the plastics industry, their customers, plants, & employees. If you're passionate about solving complex problems, improving processes, and ensuring excellence in every product, plus have leadership experience in plastics (injection molding, thermoforming, compression, or die casting), let’s set up a time to talk.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Face of the Brand
• Meet weekly wth the Executive Board, other Brand GMs, and plant Leaders
• 20-25% engaging with Customers & giving tours
• P&L budget of up to $21MM
• Engaging & being visible with employees in the plant

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic & Financial Leadership: (develop & execute business strategies aligned with company goals, full P&L responsibility, and analyze financial statements & operational metrics
• Sales & Business Development: identify & pursue business opportunities by collaborating with sales & marketing teams to develop pricing strategies & customer proposals and represent the company in customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events.
• Operations Management: ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Team Leadership: lead, mentor, and develop department managers and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance by setting clear goals, providing consistent & regular feedback, and supporting professional growth
• Customer & Supplier Relations: Continuing to build & maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products that meet customer expectations, but also resolve issues proactively.
• Technical Oversight: guide tooling, mold design, and process optimization, and also stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices. Leverage and support IQMS (ERP) activities to drive business processes and ensure proper execution by all participating departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree within an Engineering or other related industry discipline required
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the plastics manufacturing industry
• 7 years’ experience in management; motivates team to realize and exceed goals
• Experience with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems
• Demonstrated experience in implementing continuous improvement, lean, or other process improvement techniques.

COMPENSATION:

• 180-225K
• Relocation assistance available
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401K with company match
• PTO (vacation, holiday, etc.)
• Professional development & training opportunities

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