General Manager
(Management & Executives)
Full Time
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
RICHMOND PLYWOOD CORPORATION LIMITED is a major manufacturer of plywood located at 13911 Vulcan Way, Richmond, BC. Founded in 1956, we now employ about 400 people. We require a General Manager to join our management team.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
a) Maximize utilization and recovery from logs, productivity of the labour force and quality of products by establishing operating procedures and controls that effectively and efficiently utilize personnel, materials, equipment and capital machinery.
b) Ensure that planned production volumes are established and achieved.
c) Ensure that opportunities for earning improvement and cost reduction are pursued and realized.
d) Prepare a quarterly written report to the Shareholders on all phases of the operation.
e) Ensure that Ministry of Environment, insurance underwriter, health and safety, and community environmental requirements are met or exceeded.
f) Improve performance and ensure that all personnel understand and are focused on their contributions to the Company’s goals and objectives.
g) Make representations to various levels of government as required.
h) Be current on industry status, changes and developments.
i) Work with all members of the senior management team to ensure the success of Richply.
j) Supervise the following directly: Plant Superintendent, Logging Manager, Safety and Quality Control Supervisor(s), Controller/Secretary, Maintenance Superintendent, Industrial Energy Manager, and Purchaser.
k) Supervise the following staff indirectly: Production and Maintenance Foremen, Chief Steam Plant Engineer.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Several years (2+) experience at the senior management level in plywood manufacturing including capital project management experience. (Experience with sanded plywood manufacturing would be an asset.)
- Degree or diploma in business or other related field would be an asset
- Good understanding of process controls, wood technology, safety, personnel management, plywood grades, maintenance systems, purchasing, and financial statements.
- Mechanical background would be an asset.
Compensation
SALARY & BENEFITS- Salary beginning at $150,000 - $170,000 per annum depending upon experience- Benefit package including medical, dental extended health, group life insurance, group AD&D insurance, and long-term disability insurance- Percentage of salary paid per annum in lieu of pension (percentage set annually) - Eligibile for bonus based on profitability (as determined by the Board of Directors)