Directs all operations of the pulp, paper manufacture, recycle, and coating plant. Manages the production and quality of the various trials to ensure financial integrity in a safe and effective manner. Responsible for full profit and loss accountability through marketing and improvement of services.
Major Duties: Market the plant’s services to external and internal clients. Interacts with clients to sell, plan, conduct, evaluate, and document research and industry related product development trials. Provides operational leadership by managing production activities and ensuring consistent quality while fostering and enhancing the safety culture and team morale. Executes plans to capitalize on revenue generating opportunities. Books clients via proposal writing, price setting, and final contract negotiations. Manage the plant’s financial performance, identifying and implementing process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and assess new technologies and equipment to optimize operations. Oversee and direct the installation, modification, and maintenance of complex and heavy production equipment. Ensure the reliability of equipment through planned maintenance and address any troubleshooting issues that arise. Remains knowledgeable of environmental, raw materials, and product development trends, new products, and new marketing possibilities. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Higher Education

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Level

Manager

Location

Kalamazoo, MI

Occupation

General and Operations Managers

Industry

Paper Mills

Posted

yesterday

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