Extrusion Department Manager

Founded in 1947 and proudly family-owned, General Films is a leading manufacturer of custom flexible packaging solutions based in Covington, Ohio. We specialize in high-performance flexible films and bag-in-box systems that serve the food, dairy, industrial, and automotive markets. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has made us a trusted partner for decades.

At General Films, we believe in doing business with honesty, passion, and respect. Our team-driven culture fosters accountability and continuous improvement, and we take pride in delivering products that meet exact specifications. Join us and be part of a company where tradition meets forward-thinking, and where your contributions truly make a difference. A career with General Films provides training and growth opportunities, great benefits, including profit sharing, insurance, 401(k) with a company match and paid time off.

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The Extrusion Department Manager is a senior-level position responsible for all operations in the Extrusion Department, overseeing safety, production performance, product quality, and frontline leadership across multiple shifts within a manufacturing environment. The Extrusion Manager is a strong critical thinker, experienced manufacturing expert, and a hands‑on team player. To succeed in this role, you will bring a proven record of leading manufacturing operations that consistently achieve or exceed targets for throughput, cost efficiency, quality, and operational excellence.

The selected candidate will lead a high-performing 24/7 extrusion operation. The position is a member of the senior leadership team at General Films and reports directly to the President/CEO.

• Demonstrate strong leadership of a 24/7 blown film extrusion operation, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production that consistently meets customer, operational, and financial objectives.
• Develop, coach, and mentor supervisors and manufacturing associates, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Drive productivity, quality, scrap reduction, cost‑control, and process improvement initiatives to enhance performance, profitability, and competitiveness.
• Ensure production schedules and company targets are achieved while maintaining high standards for product quality, equipment reliability, and operator performance.
• Champion workplace safety and regulatory compliance, promoting a zero‑incident culture and ensuring adherence to OSHA and company standards.
• Partner closely with senior leadership, Human Resources, and cross‑functional teams to align manufacturing strategies, employee development, and business goals.
• Establish clear departmental objectives, communicate priorities and performance metrics, and provide regular updates on progress, challenges, and opportunities.
• Serve as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to strategic planning, operational growth, and the continuous advancement of manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide hands‑on leadership and timely decision‑making in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, including availability to support critical operational issues as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in related field and 10 years of plant/general management experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Substantial blown film expertise and experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.

• An extensive background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs, lean manufacturing practices, and quality systems is required.
• Strong experience leading cross‑functional teams, continuous improvement, and culture of excellence.

• Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability for operational performance and financial results
• Detail‑oriented, possessing excellent organizational, time management, and follow‑up skills
• Excellent critical‑thinking skills
• Continuous learning mindset
• Hands‑on motivator who rolls up sleeves and can inspire a large department to meet output and growth goals
• Excellent oral and written communication…