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Extrusion Department Manager

General Films

Job Location:

Covington, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 30 August 2026 (23 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 27 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT US

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. For more information please visit .

POSITION OVERVIEW

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.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

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.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors 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 bachelors degree.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

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.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

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 skills
Has a strong desire to succeed and remains resilient and solutions-focused when facing operational challenges
Leads with integrity and maintains high ethical standards in all business decisions
Proficient in standard business software including Microsoft 365 Apps ERP and MES systems.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

0-5%

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with experience education etc.

WHAT WE OFFER

Opportunity for advancement in a growing company
Comprehensive benefit package (medical dental vision)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
100% Short-Term Disability
401(k) with company match
Profit Sharing
And more!

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently.
Candidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

We are dedicated to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace and take pride in being an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin hair type age protected veteran status or disability.

Please be advised that candidate submissions from recruiters employment agencies or other third parties are only accepted through our authorized channels. We do not compensate for unsolicited resumes or presentations.

Required Experience:

Manager

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