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General Manager — City of Industry, CA

Golden West Packaging Group

Are you a dynamic leader ready to build something extraordinary? At Golden West Packaging Group, we don't just make packaging—we create solutions that move industries forward. We're growing fast, expanding our capabilities, and investing in our people—and we're looking for a General Manager who's ready to lead the charge.

Whether you're a VP of Sales, Ops, Plant Manager, or Director of Sales in corrugated packaging looking for your next big move—or an experienced GM ready to step into a high-impact executive-track role—this is your opportunity to make your mark at a company on the rise.

Why Golden West?

Golden West Packaging Group is a leading West Coast packaging powerhouse. With 12 facilities across California and Washington, we deliver premium corrugated and folding carton packaging to some of the most recognized brands in agriculture, food, wine & spirits, tech, medical, and beyond.

We recently completed a major expansion, including a new state-of-the-art facility and significant equipment investments, underscoring our commitment to growth, innovation, and sustainability. Our advanced production capabilities, paired with our dedication to service and quality, make Golden West a truly special place to work.

Learn more about our story here:

What You'll Do

As General Manager of our City of Industry facility, you'll report directly to our COO and help drive both operational performance and top-line growth. You'll lead a talented cross-functional team focused on:

• Full P&L responsibility for a high-volume, high-impact location
• Leading both Manufacturing and Sales to deliver year-over-year improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and cost
• Cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Developing and empowering people across all functions—ensuring talent retention and team growth
• Building lasting customer partnerships through exceptional service, strategic selling, and innovation
• Driving collaboration across departments to align goals and execute business plans that support sustainable growth

What You Bring

• Proven leadership experience in manufacturing and sales (10+ years)
• Strong background in corrugated packaging or folding carton manufacturing
• Track record of operational and commercial success, including full P&L ownership
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices
• Ability to build, coach, and motivate high-performing teams
• Customer-first mindset and excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred

What You'll Get

• A collaborative, team-first culture where your impact is seen and valued
• Competitive base salary ($200,000–$250,000....or more), plus performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and generous vacation
• Employee Assistance Program with wellness and financial planning services
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that's growing fast

Make Your Mark with Golden West.

At Golden West, you'll lead with purpose, grow with a company that invests in innovation and sustainability, and shape the future of packaging. Join a team that believes in excellence, supports your vision, and is ready to win together.

External Recruitment Agencies:

To protect the interests of all parties, GWPG will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to GWPG, including unsolicited resumes sent directly to GWPG leaders/managers/coworkers or to GWPG's database will be considered GWPG property. GWPG will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Inquiries from external recruitment agencies should be directed ONLY to our talent acquisition team.

Golden West Packaging Group is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.