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 opportunity includes:Full P&L ownership of a ~$10–12M manufacturing operationLeading a 40-person, 3-shift operation with diverse manufacturing processesDriving measurable impact across: EBITDA and cost performance, safety and operational execution, customer satisfaction and growthStepping 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 do:Lead the business:Own 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 expectations.Build and develop a winning team:Lead and develop a cross-functional leadership teamBuild a strong succession pipeline, including future plant leadershipCreate 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 environmentLead with presence on the floor, building trust at all levels.Drive operational excellence:Lead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce waste and improve efficiencyDeliver results across key KPIs: safety, cost and productivity (DLE), customer performance, inventory and CI savingsEnsure disciplined execution of the Revere Business SystemStrengthen customer relationships:Own customer performance, including delivery, quality, and scorecardsPartner with commercial teams on growth opportunities and new businessServe as a visible leader with key customers.Why 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 success.Location:Ankeny, 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 for:A Plant Manager/Operations Manager ready for their first GM role, orA General Manager looking for true ownership and the ability to build and leadRequirements:What we're looking for:Experience:7–10+ 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 profile: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 accountable.Capabilities:Strong 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 workforce.Education:Bachelor's degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)Lean / Six Sigma experience preferred