General Manager

General Manager Opportunity at Revere Plastics SystemsLead a high-impact plant. Build the future. Own the business.Revere Plastics Systems is seeking a General Manager to lead our Ankeny, Iowa manufacturing facility—a key site with strong fundamentals, a committed team, and significant runway for performance and growth. This is more than a plant leadership role. It is an opportunity to own a business, lead a team through continued transformation, and directly shape results across operations, culture, and commercial performance.If you're a passionate, manufacturing leader who thrives in environments where you can make decisions, build teams, and drive change, this role is built for you.The OpportunityFull P&L ownership of a ~$10–12M manufacturing operationLead a 40-person, 3-shift operation with diverse manufacturing processesDrive measurable impact across: EBITDA and cost performanceSafety and operational executionCustomer satisfaction and growthStep into a role with high visibility and autonomy, partnering directly with executive leadershipYou won't inherit a broken plant—you'll build on a strong foundation and take it to the next level.What You'll DoLead the BusinessOwn plant performance across financial, operational, and customer metricsDrive annual operating plans, forecasting, and performance reviewsMake timely, data-driven decisions that balance business needs and customer expectationsBuild and Develop a Winning TeamLead and develop a cross-functional leadership teamBuild a strong succession pipeline, including future plant leadershipCreate alignment across shifts and functions through visible, engaged leadershipShape the CultureFoster a people-first, high-accountability culture built on Revere's 4Es (Energy, Energize, Edge, Execute)Eliminate barriers and create a unified, collaborative team environmentLead with presence on the floor, building trust at all levelsDrive Operational ExcellenceLead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste and improve efficiencyDeliver results across key KPIs: SafetyCost and productivity (DLE)Customer performanceInventory and CI savingsEnsure disciplined execution of the Revere Business SystemStrengthen Customer RelationshipsOwn customer performance, including delivery, quality, and scorecardsPartner with commercial teams on growth opportunities and new businessServe as a visible leader with key customersWhy Revere?Ownership mindset – GMs run their businesses with autonomy and accountabilityPeople-first culture – Safety, engagement, and development matter hereGrowth opportunity – Strong path to multi-site leadershipReal impact – Your leadership directly drives results, culture, and customer successLocationAnkeny, Iowa (Greater Des Moines area)One of the fastest-growing regions in the stateStrong community, great quality of life, and access to top talentWho This Role Is Perfect ForA Plant Manager/Operations Manager ready for their first GM role, orA General Manager looking for true ownership and the ability to build and leadRequirementsWhat We're Looking ForExperience7–10+ years in manufacturing, with 3–5+ years in plant or operations leadershipProven success leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environmentExperience with P&L ownership or strong financial accountabilityBackground in plastics, automotive, or similar industries preferredLeadership ProfileYou are:A hands-on leader who is visible, accessible, and engagedA builder of teams and culture, not just an operatorA change agent who thrives in environments with opportunity to improve and growComfortable making decisions and holding teams accountableCapabilitiesStrong operational and financial acumenExperience driving continuous improvement / Lean initiativesAbility to influence across all levels—from shop floor to executive leadershipProven ability to build trust across a diverse workforceEducationBachelor's degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)Lean / Six Sigma experience preferred