General Manager - Masterbatch Color

Are you a strategic leader ready to shape the future of color? We are seeking a General Manager to join an established innovator in masterbatch solutions to drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence.About the Role:As General Manager, you’ll own the P&L and lead a talented cross-functional team across production, R&D, and sales. You’ll set strategy, build customer partnerships, and champion innovation that keeps the business ahead of industry trends.This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership role reporting directly to the President, ideal for someone who thrives on turning potential into measurable success.What You’ll Do:Lead the business strategy for the masterbatch and additive compounding operation.Drive revenue growth through market expansion and customer engagement.Oversee manufacturing performance, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.Collaborate with R&D to launch new, sustainable color and additive technologies.Inspire and develop a high-performing team and culture of accountability.What You Bring:8+ years in masterbatch, color, or additive compounding, including 5+ in senior leadership.Strong grasp of extrusion, compounding, and color formulation processes.Proven P&L ownership and business growth achievements.Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence frameworks.Sales and Business Development background are a plus.Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or Business (MBA preferred).Why Join:Lead a growing business with full strategic and operational ownership.Shape innovation in a company committed to sustainability and performance.Work directly with executive leadership.