The DECC Company is a rack-spray functional coating application specialist. Our vision is to be the most sought-after coating company in North America. Celebrating 60 years, DECC continues to thrive and inspire its employees, customers, and community. 

We are currently looking for a General Manager who will provide strategic leadership to optimize the company’s operations, meeting customers’ needs and the company’s objectives. Reporting directly to the Owner/CEO this individual must be an energetic, trustworthy, forward-thinking individual who possesses high ethical standards. Our next high functional leader should have experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of integrating continuous improvements efforts into manufacturing process positively affecting the bottom line.

More specifically they will be expected to:

· Collaborate with the ‘Visionary’ as the ‘Integrator’ developing and implementing concepts and ideas into real operational practices.

· Communicate DECC’s strategic vision, Core Values, mission, and objectives to staff in a manner that inspires commitment and action.

· Monitor performance metrics and implements changes that drive cost reductions and improve safety, quality, productivity, efficiencies, and profitability.

· Collaborate with management team to develop and champion continuous improvement, best practices, operational excellence, and policies that support DECC’s strategic plan.

· Recommend production processes and programs to improve DECC’s competitive position, operational profitability, capacity, and growth strategy while maintaining high levels of internal and external customer satisfaction.

· Mentor, develop, and lead direct reports in matters affecting performance and results creating a team-oriented environment that fosters trust.

· Nurture potential and current customer and supplier relationships to promote DECC’s values and image.

· Develop comprehensive operational plans and manage organizational resources and expenses to ensure monthly/quarterly/annual revenue targets are achieved.

· Assist with decisions and prioritization of daily and on-going operational activities to staff.

· Embrace and maximize optimal ongoing use of DECC’s manufacturing PLEX system.

· Oversee contract review including customer assessments.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.

Leadership – Embraces the ‘blameless’ culture that the DECC foundation has been built upon for over 25-years; Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products, and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions; Proactively looks at process improvements to create long-term solutions.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should possess the following qualifications :

· Bachelor’s degree and 10 years in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment required.

· Extensive knowledge of the manufacturing industry and related quality standards (ISO 9001).

· Knowledge of production and engineering processes

· Understanding of PPAP, APQP, FMEA's and other related processes.

· Familiarity with governmental regulations that affect business operations.

· A track record of developing successful production operations that meet customer requirements.

· Exceptional leadership and decision-making skills.

· Planning and organizational skills.

· Possess a broad business perspective.

· Advanced knowledge of problem solving and continuous improvement tools and techniques.

To get a sneak peek into our culture at DECC, enjoy this video!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z6PoSwiqAYE