Ronpak is a nationally renowned manufacturer of carry out paper bags, portion control bags and food wraps with a huge range of choices. Founded in 1947, the company is a solid supplier with continuous, stable ownership. Ronpak has the most advanced production and distribution platforms in the custom printed packaging industry today.

We currently have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and skilled General Manager. The General Manager is responsible for overall management of the manufacturing functions of the plant including Safety, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Planning and Maintenance. The General Manager is responsible for coordinating operations, meeting goals efficiently, proper staffing, training and motivating staff in a safe environment. Additionally, the General Manager helps establish the Ronpak culture and leads in identifying and developing the next generation of the plant’s leaders. SQF The reports to (primary and/or dotted line) is the back up for the General Manager and will cover for absences or vacancies.

Essential Job Functions:

• Planning and managing strategies and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective and efficient utilization of labor, equipment, materials, facilities and capital resources.
• Budgetary performance – attain or exceed operating results in line with Ronpak’s strategic goals.
• Identifying, recommending and then implementing approved changes to improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Achieves optimum employee levels with least amount of overhead and raw material costs to meet annual budgetary plan and productivity requirements.
• Assure attainment of objectives and standards while ensuring product standards that exceed customer expectations.
• Establish group and individual accountabilities throughout departments for fact based problem solving and cost reduction.
• Continuous focus and improvement of safety by addressing both physical safety issues and developing employee safety awareness
• Conduct employee performance reviews to determine competency, knowledge and overall performance
• Select, train and motivate plant management and administrative staff
• Maintain and improve housekeeping throughout all departments
• Maintain systems to assure facilities meets all food safety system requirements including commitment, document control and records, verification, product identification, trace and recall, incident management, building and equipment design, and pre-requisite programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualications:

• Experience: 10 years transferable work related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Degree: Four-year Undergraduate Degree required; Graduate degree preferred
• Experience in a senior management role and partnering with executive staff
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Desire for tactical “in the trenches” entrepreneurial and hands on role executing growth of a rapidly scaling company
• Negotiates, coordinates and documents goals for plant.
• Ensure that employee development plans are in place and effective.
• Communicates information in a timely and responsible fashion.
• Achieves budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Plans and leads the implementation of all cultural change initiatives.
• Monitors and controls all Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) activities to ensure compliance with goals. Ensures compliance with all safety and environmental legal requirements.
• Controls and secures the stable operation of the manufacturing unit. Ensures the plant is reliable and available for production.
• Assists in tracking and communicating EBITDA measurements.
• Ensures the availability of product while controlling inventory levels.
• Fosters an environment of open communication throughout all levels of the location.
• Assist in implementation and evaluation of various cost savings programs.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the company policies and applicable laws.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.
• Develop strong trusting relationships across every level of company in order to gain support and achieve results.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Management and business literacy skills
• Analytical and abstract reasoning skills
• Leadership ability and negotiation skills
• Organization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization
• Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors
• PC proficiency is essential (Windows environment) and strong working knowledge of Excel and Access

Physical Demands of the Job:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands and/or fingers to operate machines and equipment.
• Speaking/talking to express or exchange ideas or provide instructions, often elevating volume to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• Hearing with or without correction to perceive normal speaking levels, often above the ambient noise level. Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Exerting in excess of 50 pounds frequently to:
• Lift (raise objects from a lower to a higher position or move objects horizontally from position to position).
• Carry items at shoulder height for distances of up to 50 feet.
• Push (use upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward).
• Pull (use upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul, tug or otherwise move objects in a sustained motion).
• Reaching/extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing/remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Walking/moving about on feet to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or from one work site to another.
• Stooping (bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist).
• Kneeling (bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees).
• Visual acuity with or without correction to determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned, operate heavy equipment, and machines where seeing job is at or within arm’s reach.
• Ability to travel by plane.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The worker is subject to indoor environmental conditions. There is protection from weather but no climate-control.
• The worker is subject to hazards (proximity to moving mechanical parts and electrical current).
• The worker is subject to sufficient noise (must shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level).

Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation and paid sick days.
• 11 Paid Holidays.
• Group health, dental, life and disability.
• 401k after 1 year.

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for optimizing supply chain operations, we invite your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to apply for this challenging yet rewarding position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 10 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Shreveport, LA 71115 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Shreveport, LA 71115: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person