General Manager — Corrugated Packaging Leader

DSJ Global; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentive

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Confidential Packaging Manufacturer in California seeks a General Manager to lead a high-volume manufacturing operation in Fresno. You will own safety, quality, production, sales support, and long-term profitability, driving market expansion and customer satisfaction.

The role requires 7+ years of leadership in manufacturing, P&L oversight, and a strong background in corrugators. You will mentor a management team and collaborate across functions to deliver sustainable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Hands on experience in the operation and/or maintenance of corrugators is REQUIRED.
• Packaging, converting, industrial manufacturing, or related industry experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience with demonstrated success managing manufacturing operations and business performance.
• Proven experience overseeing budgets, financial performance, and operational metrics in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, capital planning, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for a manufacturing business unit, ensuring achievement of financial, operational, and strategic objectives.
• Maintain a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across all functions.
• Develop and execute business strategies that support growth, profitability, customer retention, and operational excellence.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing management team while fostering employee engagement and leadership development throughout the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, productivity enhancement, and customer satisfaction.
• Partner with commercial leadership to identify new business opportunities, expand market share, and strengthen relationships with key customers.
• Oversee manufacturing, supply chain, customer service, and operational processes to ensure both short-term execution and long-term success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, logistics, operations, quality, and safety to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Manage operating budgets, capital expenditures, and overall business performance to meet profitability targets.
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions to ensure sustainable business results.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Change management

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management

Job description

Confidential Packaging Manufacturer in California seeks a General Manager to lead a high-volume manufacturing operation in Fresno. You will own safety, quality, production, sales support, and long-term profitability, driving market expansion and customer satisfaction.

The role requires 7+ years of leadership in manufacturing, P&L oversight, and a strong background in corrugators. You will mentor a management team and collaborate across functions to deliver sustainable results.