Description:

With a global presence, JSP serves the automotive, HVAC, packaging, sports and a variety of consumer goods markets. Sustainability and Innovation are key areas of focus for JSP. We are a pioneer in offering products in the market based on a circular economy approach and passionately strive for innovation, sustainability and trustful customer relationships.

JSP continues to develop new products and applications. The company has research and development, as well as manufacturing strategically located industries in Americas, EMEA and Asia. Our goal is to WOW! our customers with innovative high function, high value products. As the market leader with ARPRO, we develop innovative solutions to make products safer, lighter, more cost effective and sustainable. For more information visit www.ARPRO.com

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

We are currently looking for a General Manager -Tullahoma. The Tullahoma Plant General Manager oversees our two Resins and Molding plants in Tullahoma, TN, and is responsible for the day-to-day operations to safely and profitably deliver high-quality products and services that meet or exceed customer expectations. This role is also pivotal in fostering a strong safety culture across all operations.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Develop and implement plant-level goals and visions that align with the Business Plan for T1 and T2, ensuring both facilities meet or exceed their objectives.

· Based on outside sales projections and molding production schedules, manage staffing and allocate resources effectively to support production goals and strategic initiatives.

· Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineering teams to integrate new processes and equipment (e.g., Plank/Interior Parts/Expansion), optimizing production planning and addressing space limitations effectively.

· Identify new methods and systems to maintain EPP/EPE production costs.

· Provide leadership to Managers, Supervisors, and Leads to identify solutions to chronic manufacturing concerns.

· Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation, efficiency, and best practices across all production processes.

· Oversee inventory and space requirements to ensure accurate tracking of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

· Conduct periodic inventory audits to maintain accuracy and prevent discrepancies.

· Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard the plant's assets and ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.

· Monitor actual performance against the budget on a regular basis and adjust budgets and forecasts as necessary to reflect changes in the business environment.

· Evaluate capital expenditure requests and prioritize investments that align with the plant's objectives.

· Analyze production costs and work with production teams to reduce waste and optimize resource utilization.

· Prepare reports and presentations for senior management highlighting financial performance, key metrics, and areas for improvement.

Requirements:

SKILLS AND EDUCATION

10+ years of manufacturing management experience with a progressive manufacturing organization responsible for parts manufacturing in a high-volume environment. Auto Parts Manufacturing experience is a plus.
5-10 years of experience managing a facility required to maintain a quality system (TS 16949 & ISO knowledge).
5-10 years of experience leading technical projects from inception to implementation.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; MBA with a technical background will also be considered.
Strong leadership abilities.
Technical/Project Management skills.
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities, particularly in relation to budgeting and financial management.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to define goals and direction clearly.
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively sell plans and approaches, and to evaluate and bridge intra and inter-departmental communication gaps.

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