General Manager Production - Western Michigan University : Job Details

General Summary:

The General Manager Production-Pilot Paper Facility Directs all operations of the pulp, paper manufacture, recycle, and coating plant. Manages the production and quality of the various trials to ensure financial integrity in a safe and effective manner. Responsible for full profit and loss accountability through marketing and improvement of services.

Core Responsibilities:

• Market the plant's services to external and internal clients. Interacts with clients to sell, plan, conduct, evaluate, and document research and industry related product development trials.
• Provides operational leadership by managing production activities and ensuring consistent quality while fostering and enhancing the safety culture and team morale.
• Executes plans to capitalize on revenue generating opportunities. Books clients via proposal writing, price setting, and final contract negotiations.
• Manage the plant's financial performance, identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and assess new technologies and equipment to optimize operations.
• Oversee and direct the installation, modification, and maintenance of complex and heavy production equipment. Ensure the reliability of equipment through planned maintenance and address any troubleshooting issues that arise.
• Remains knowledgeable of environmental, raw materials, and product development trends, new products, and new marketing possibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
• Paper science industry experiences including knowledge of pulping, papermaking, coating and recycling.
• Supervisory experience.
• Budget management experience.
• Marketing and public relations experience.
• Safety regulations experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• 8 years of relevant experience.