General Manager

General Manager - Champion Homes, Dresden, TN

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary: Directs and controls the administration of a manufacturing plant. Plans, develops and implements goals in conformance with operational procedures and authorities given by the regional and/or corporate office. Directly responsible for profits/losses of the manufacturing plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinates activities of divisions or departments such as operating, manufacturing, engineering, planning, sales, maintenance, or research and development, to effect operational efficiency and economy.
• Analyzes the effectiveness of operation and takes prompt corrective action. Reviews Customer Satisfaction Investigation reports and service backlogs. Takes corrective action as needed.
• Analyzes division or department budget requests to identify areas in which reductions can be made, and allocates operating budget. Reviews shipments of homes and accounts receivables to ensure a consistent cash flow and reduction or elimination of past due accounts.
• Ensures that operation conforms to local and national government regulations.
• Plans and develops growth of the operation. Looks for opportunities to expand. Conducts market evaluation of competitors.
• Reviews manufacturing Continuous Improvement processes with CI Manager and Production Supervisors. Evaluates progress and appropriate actions needed.
• Confers with administrative personnel and reviews activity, operating, and sales reports to determine changes in programs or operations required.
• Promotes organization in industry, manufacturing or trade associations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises Managers and Supervisors within the division. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies:

• Must have analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex or diverse information.
• Must have the ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to respond promptly to customer needs.
• Must have passion and optimism, and the ability to inspire respect and trust among employees.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Must live the Champion Operating Principles.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in manufacturing/modular housing desired.

Other Qualifications:

Must be able to travel up to 15% of the time annually.

EEO Statement:

Champion Home Builders is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Champion Home Builders participates in the E-Verify Program.