Job description

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for a General Manager role in our Laurinburg, NC facility.

JOB SUMMARY

The General Manager will have P&L responsibility. They will be responsible for managing approximately 40 staff members as well as establishing and accomplishing business objectives.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• OPERATIONS
• Responsible for general planning, directing, and monitoring of all plant activities including; production, maintenance (in coordination with the Maintenance Manager), transportation, and special projects to achieve the safest and most efficient operations possible within established budget guidelines
• Strive to achieve balance between production and sales within the plant capabilities and raw material flow
• Accountable for manufacturing costs, inventory levels, repairs, operating methods, and effective use of people-hours, skills, machines, equipment, and facilities
• Coordinate programs as they relate to operations, such as manufacturing methods and engineering, cost reduction, preventative and regular maintenance, training, and safety
• Responsible for supporting and promoting such programs as continuous improvement
• MANAGEMENT
• Direct and coordinate manufacturing operations; analyses of activities, purchasing costs, sales and operations
• Direct progress toward stated goals and objectives; confers with Executive Management, Division Vice President, and other management personnel to ensure profit and growth objectives are on track
• Communicate with Executive Management and Corporate HR as needed to inform/resolve production or personnel issues that may arise
• Maintain consistency with the corporate mission, principles, goals, and objectives
• Work with others by directing, supporting, listening, encouraging, coaching, and motivating to achieve optimum results that help others grow in their jobs
• SAFETY
• Help ensure the cleanliness and safety of all plant personnel
• Work closely with supervisors to establish a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for all employees
• Conduct or assist in regular safety meetings on a monthly basis, or as needed
• Implement new policies and procedures to improve the safety and condition of the plant
• MATERIAL ACQUISITION
• Work with Raw Material Manager to identify and investigate prospects for by-products in the region, to include review of concentration/volume, interviewing representatives, negotiating agreements, selection, and determination of potential suppliers
• SALES
• Support and help coordinate the sales efforts by communicating with the Sales and Customer Service Team on raw material shortages, production issues, and customer issues
• DIVISION PLANNING AND SUPPORT
• Contribute to highly beneficial quarterly division operation reviews
• Assist in the development of long-range goals and objectives
• Support and administer company policies and objectives
• Prepare and analyze raw material, production rates, P&L, etc. to prepare fiscal year budgets and financial planning in coordination with the Executive Team
• FINANCIAL
• Work with Division Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in the development of financial plans and forecasts
• Help assure the accuracy of monthly financial statements
• Hold monthly financial and profits analysis meeting with plant management team to discuss results and team initiatives to make needed adjustments

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years’ management experience REQUIRED
• General and operations management experience REQUIRED
• Background in manufacturing, engineering/maintenance, wood productions, and/or transportation preferred

REQUIREMENTS

• Exceptional leadership and organizational ability
• Due to the safety sensitivity in a wood-processing manufacturing environment, AWF is a 100% smoke and flame-free company

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

SCHEDULE

• 8-hour shift
• Day Shift
• Monday to Friday
• On-call
• Weekend availability

WORK SETTING

• In-person
• Outdoor work
• Warehouse

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Laurinburg, NC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

For consideration…

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment._ We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com_. AWF is an EEO employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Laurinburg, NC 28352: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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