General Manager
General Manager
Confidential Packaging Manufacturer | Central California (Fresno)
Career Opportunity
Our Client, a leading manufacturer of sustainable packaging solutions, is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a high-volume manufacturing operation in Central California. This executive leadership role carries full responsibility for facility performance, financial results, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and long-term business growth.
The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of the operation, including safety, quality, production, sales support, financial performance, and workforce development. This individual will play a key role in driving profitability while identifying opportunities for market expansion and operational improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and direction for a manufacturing business unit, ensuring achievement of financial, operational, and strategic objectives.
- Maintain a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across all functions.
- Develop and execute business strategies that support growth, profitability, customer retention, and operational excellence.
- Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing management team while fostering employee engagement and leadership development throughout the organization.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, productivity enhancement, and customer satisfaction.
- Partner with commercial leadership to identify new business opportunities, expand market share, and strengthen relationships with key customers.
- Oversee manufacturing, supply chain, customer service, and operational processes to ensure both short-term execution and long-term success.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, logistics, operations, quality, and safety to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
- Manage operating budgets, capital expenditures, and overall business performance to meet profitability targets.
- Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions to ensure sustainable business results.
Qualifications
Preferred Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
- Packaging, converting, industrial manufacturing, or related industry experience strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience with demonstrated success managing manufacturing operations and business performance.
- Proven experience overseeing budgets, financial performance, and operational metrics in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of P&L management, capital planning, and financial analysis.
Key Competencies
- Demonstrated track record of leading teams to achieve ambitious operational and financial goals.
- Strong ability to motivate, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
- Experience leading organizational change and driving measurable business improvements.
- Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on leadership approach.
- Ability to identify business opportunities and implement initiatives that improve profitability and customer value.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
- Ability to adapt quickly in dynamic manufacturing environments and effectively manage competing priorities.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Compensation & Benefits
Our Client offers a competitive executive compensation package that includes:
- Base salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Performance-based incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings program with company contribution
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Leadership role within a growing, industry-leading manufacturing organization
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Client is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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