Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Our Tanner, AL location is an integrated mill manufacturing high quality premium and ultra-premium forged bar and billet products from melt to ship.

GENERAL MANAGER - ATHENS

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE GENERAL MANAGER - ATHENS

• Manage and lead all phases of the manufacturing departments for Athens Facility, including production, quality control, maintenance, receiving, and shipping.
• Review established production schedules for all manufacturing departments to ensure established inventory levels are met while operating at the highest efficiency possible.
• Develop and execute the plant manufacturing budgets.
• Work closely with quality leaders to review product consistency while monitoring scrap rates to determine trends and areas of improvement.
• Maintain knowledge of the existing manufacturing systems including the computer systems, atomized powder manufacturing processes, material flow and handling schemes, quality systems, and process control techniques.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement with an emphasis on developing Lean Six Sigma (LLS) practitioners in the operating areas.
• Define and communicate performance expectations for staff and coach and counsel them in the performance of job responsibilities.
• Directly supervise department managers. Direct the activities of the Manufacturing organization to maximize improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Responsible for Profit and Loss financial results. Lead the Operations team to completely new levels of accountability and employee engagement.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED FOR THE GENERAL MANAGER - ATHENS

• 4-year college degree required. Preferably in a related field.
• 10+ years of Manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years' experience in a management role.
• Problem Solving - Experience directing the resolution of highly complex or unusual business problems that cross functions and/or disciplines.
• Customer Focused - Experience negotiating with customer and/or organizational leadership to set priorities; builds organization capabilities to serve customer needs.
• Experience effectively coaching, providing performance feedback, and provides development opportunities within related multipole areas or departments and/or functions.
• Operating skills: Must be skilled at getting critical things done and making things work; very resourceful and organized; good at getting things done through others, doesn't have to do everything personally; creates effective workflows and processes; strong manager of people and projects.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate technical business decisions.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written. Ability to formulate concise presentations which effectively address key areas of focus.
• Results driven and is quick to act when something needs doing.
• Trustworthy and able to influence others.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.