What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager position at Hood Container Corporation?
Job Description
We are seeking a General Manager to oversee our Hood Grand Rapids Operations.
About the Role
- Support 180 non-union employees in their day-to-day operations
- Establish strategic plans and meet short- and long-term goals
- Report to the Vice President of the Industrial Packaging Business and partner with senior leadership
Key Responsibilities
- Model and advance our Guiding Principles & Leadership Characteristics amongst the team
- Lead entire operation of plant including shipping & receiving, safety, quality, manufacturing, maintenance, customer service, sales, HR, and finance
- Establish and manage plant budget to meet and exceed volume and profitability goals
- Develop and implement continuous improvement plans that align with the vision and strategy of the organization
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field
- Ten (10) years of industry experience in a management role, experience within agriculture or wax products preferred
- Financial management, capital management and budget knowledge as well as ability to interpret and analyze financial data
- Demonstration of dynamic communication and interpersonal skills
About Us
Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned, mill to market company specializing in containerboard and kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high graphic displays and contract packaging.