General Manager

Location: St. Louis, MO
Position: General Manager
Status: Full Time

NOVO is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated General Manager to lead our St. Louis MO facility. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing company and make a significant impact on our success. As General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the facility’s operations, from strategic planning and financial management to team leadership and regulatory compliance. This is a high-impact role requiring exceptional leadership, business acumen, and operational expertise, and the ability to drive the facility to achieve and maintain various industry accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement short-term and long-term strategic plans to achieve company objectives, aligning with overall business goals and market analysis. Drive revenue generation and cost control initiatives.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee all aspects of facility operations, including production, quality control, safety management, plant maintenance, logistics and supply chain management. Optimize processes for maximum productivity and efficiency. Implement and maintain effective inventory management and capacity planning systems. Manage warehouse operations effectively.
• Financial Acumen: Develop and manage the facility’s budget, ensuring responsible spending and maximizing profitability. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and make data-driven decisions to improve financial results.
• Team Management: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team. Foster a positive work environment through effective team building, delegation, performance management, and employee relations. Handle talent acquisition and training/development initiatives. Ensure adherence to HR policies and procedures.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with all relevant regulations, including (but not limited to) HIPAA, OSHA, and DOT FMCSA. Oversee compliance audits and risk management programs.
• Technical Proficiency: Possess a strong understanding of laundry processes, equipment, chemicals, and industry standards.
• Problem Solving & Communication: Effectively identify and resolve operational challenges using troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and critical thinking skills. Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, with suppliers, and with customers. Demonstrate strong negotiation skills.
• Customer Focus: Drive customer satisfaction by resolving complaints effectively and building strong customer relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Business Administration (with a focus on operations management), or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Previous 3-5yr experience running/managing an Industrial Laundry with tunnel washers.  Preferably with 10+ million pounds a year.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Medical Laundry or Hospital Experience with Joint Commision and Infection Control
• Certified Linen and Laundry Manager and/or Healthcare Laundry Accredited Certified experience preferred
• Business Accumen at a level to interact with C-suite members on a weekly basis
• Appropriate P&L experience
• Five (5) years of experience in a General Manager or similar leadership role.
• Proven track record of success in strategic planning, financial management, operational efficiency, and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of relevant regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, DOT FMCSA).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software.

What we can offer you as a full-time associate:

• Competitive pay
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
• 401(k) w/Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Programs
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)

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