Manages and directs the organization toward its primary objectives, based on profit and return on capital, by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate managers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Establishes current and long-range goals, objectives, plans and policies, subject to approval by the Board of Directors. Plan, coordinate, and manage the daily operation of the organization through the organization's managers. Meet with organization's other executives and managers to ensure that operations are being executed in accordance with the organization's policies. Review operating results of the organization, compare them to established objectives, and take steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to correct unsatisfactory results. Oversee the adequacy and soundness of the organization’s financial structure including sales. Dispense advice, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out major plans, standards and procedures, consistent with established policies and Board's approval. Prepare and assemble information for monthly Board of Directors meetings. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Manage subordinates who supervise employees in the Finance and Production Departments. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Oversee interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Write and enforce policies and procedures for employees to follow. Establishes and maintains an effective system of communications throughout the organization. Conduct weekly staff meetings to ensure that all employees are informed and hear concerns. Represent the organization with major customers, shareholders, the financial community, the public and allied organizations. Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors. COMPETENCIES Visionary Leadership - Provide vision and inspiration to subordinates. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Managing People - Include staff in planning, decision‑making, facilitating and process improvement; Take responsibility for subordinates’ activities; Develop subordinates’ skills and encourage growth. Business Acumen - Understand business implications of decisions; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition. Cost Consciousness - Work within approved budget; Conserve organizational resources. Diversity - Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy; Promote a harassment‑free environment. Ethics - Inspire the trust of others; Work with integrity and ethically. Strategic Thinking - Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understand organization’s strengths & weaknesses; Identify external threats and opportunities; Adapt strategy to changing conditions. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree (B. A. or B.S.) from a four‑year college or university; and 5 to 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to lead and direct people and the organization. Ability to work with all levels in association. Ability to make and execute decisions. Computer Skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint software and the ability to use Outlook and the internet. MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. COMPENSATION Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Benefits Company vehicle #J-18808-Ljbffr