General Manager

The General Manager 1 is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and provides leadership and direction to the functional team(s) and site. The role ensures that Cook operates in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and develops/drives continual improvement efforts to meet Cook quality and business objectives..

• Ensure operational compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements including, QSP, Quality Policy, ISO13485, GMP and company policy manual, and all state and federal regulations.
• Support audits, investigations, tours and foster an environment of continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement measures to improve production methods
• Ensure product quality and delivery standards are met and that adequate resources are available for all operational activities.
• Ensure that training, support, direction and guidance are provided to all.
• Maintain metrics for productivity, quality, growth and ability to meet Cook objectives.
• Participate in Management Reviews to evaluate the suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of the
• Ensure a suitable, adequate, and effective risk management program is established.
• Responsible for meeting/exceeding operations cost margin targets.
• Oversee enforcement of manufacturing procedures (GMP, CMA, safety, tooling and equipment, etc.).
• Implement policies, programs and directives of global functions/management.
• Ensure that the management team leads with an open, transparent and approachable leadership style.
• Ensure that the management team takes action on local issues while staying connected with global systems and initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, secure and supportive work
• Foster and maintain a workplace culture respectful and supportive of individual differences.
• Interact regularly with Division and Operations Liaisons to support global business direction.
• Ensure facilities are maintained to Cook
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and feedback both formally through the performance management process and informally through daily discussions and interactions, while recognizing employees for their contributions.
• Ensure that roles and responsibilities, performance expectations, and training requirements are developed and clearly documented and communicated to each
• Cultivate a safe, secure, and supportive environment where employees can thrive and morale is
• Responsible for performance and wage reviews for team members.
• Meet deadlines and ensure employees complete administrative tasks such as expenses, training, reporting, policy acknowledgements, submission of performance reviews, etc. in a timely manner.
• Maintain our culture, values and commitment to Ethics and Compliance by recognizing, demonstrating, and enforcing appropriate and compliant behavior.
• Understand and be accountable for conducting Cook business with integrity and in compliance with applicable standards including Cook policies and procedures.

   

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, master’s preferred, minimum of 10 years in related field
• Minimum of 5 years of professional leadership experience
• Sound administrative skills and well-developed management skills
• Strong experience with continuous improvement techniques
• Highly regulated industry experience preferred
• Intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) essential
• Strong knowledge and practice working in a team orientated, continuous improvement manufacturing environment with shift work.

Physical Requirements:

• General office setting
• Exposure to moderate noise and light levels within manufacturing facility
• Requires close visual acuity when working with computers, etc.
• Maintain a physical presence throughout the facility/facilities