General Manager

Lead 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 Opportunity Full P&L ownership of a ~$10–12M manufacturing operation Lead a 40-person, 3-shift operation with diverse manufacturing processes Drive measurable impact across: EBITDA and cost performance Safety and operational execution Customer satisfaction and growth Step into a role with high visibility and autonomy, partnering directly with executive leadership You won’t inherit a broken plant—you’ll build on a strong foundation and take it to the next level. What You’ll Do - Lead the Business Own plant performance across financial, operational, and customer metrics Drive annual operating plans, forecasting, and performance reviews Make timely, data-driven decisions that balance business needs and customer expectations Build and Develop a Winning Team Lead and develop a cross-functional leadership team Build a strong succession pipeline, including future plant leadership Create alignment across shifts and functions through visible, engaged leadership Shape the Culture Foster a people-first, high-accountability culture built on Revere’s 4Es (Energy, Energize, Edge, Execute) Eliminate barriers and create a unified, collaborative team environment Lead with presence on the floor, building trust at all levels Drive Operational Excellence Lead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste and improve efficiency Deliver results across key KPIs: Safety Cost and productivity (DLE) Customer performance Inventory and CI savings Ensure disciplined execution of the Revere Business System Strengthen Customer Relationships Own customer performance, including delivery, quality, and scorecards Partner with commercial teams on growth opportunities and new business Serve as a visible leader with key customers Why Revere? Ownership mindset – GMs run their businesses with autonomy and accountability People-first culture – Safety, engagement, and development matter here Growth opportunity – Strong path to multi-site leadership Real impact – Your leadership directly drives results, culture, and customer success Location Ankeny, Iowa (Greater Des Moines area) One of the fastest-growing regions in the state Strong community, great quality of life, and access to top talent Who This Role Is Perfect For A Plant Manager/Operations Manager ready for their first GM role, or A General Manager looking for true ownership and the ability to build and lead Requirements 7–10+ years in manufacturing, with 3–5+ years in plant or operations leadership Proven success leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment Experience with P&L ownership or strong financial accountability Background in plastics, automotive, or similar industries preferred Leadership Profile You are: A hands-on leader who is visible, accessible, and engaged A builder of teams and culture, not just an operator A change agent who thrives in environments with opportunity to improve and grow Comfortable making decisions and holding teams accountable Capabilities Strong operational and financial acumen Experience driving continuous improvement / Lean initiatives Ability to influence across all levels—from shop floor to executive leadership Proven ability to build trust across a diverse workforce Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) #J-18808-Ljbffr