General Manager- Laundry/Linen- Lima, OH

Crothall Services Group provides facilities management services to over 500 hospitals, colleges, schools, and businesses throughout the US and Canada.  Formed in 1991, annual sales exceed $600 million.  With a focus on staff training, advanced technology, proven linen control systems, and efficient management, Crothall Laundry and Linen Services operates dozens of central and on-premise customer laundries across the country, processing over 320 million pounds annually.  Our people are our most important asset.  Building their skills and careers means that we can better support our customers and meet the challenge of future growth.  Come with energy and passion, and we'll teach you the business.  Grow with us.

Oversees the daily operations of a large industrial laundry facility in the processing and delivery of healthcare linens. Manages the development and training of the staff in efficiently producing a high quality product.

Job Responsibilities:

• Fiscal management of the costs and expenses in the operation of the plant.  The ability to forecast expenses and budget the operations many cost centers and vendors.
• Handles the engineering upkeep and preventative maintenance of the equipment.  Assuring the cost effective operation of the plant, while maintaining a safe work environment for the staff.
• Handles all human resources issues such as training, regulatory compliance, staffing, payroll and benefit administration for the entire staff.
• Direct liaison with the on-site client. Producing reporting, feedback and customer relations for the operation.
• Production of all internal and external billing for services provided, maintaining proper accounting methods and account receivables with the client.
• Produces weekly reporting for Weekly Operating Report, Key Indicators, payroll and Human Resource Functions. Able to read and interpret a P&L statement.
• Chairperson for plant safety committee and overseeing the regulatory compliance for all required agencies.  Knowledgeable of OSHA and JACHAO requirements.
• Liaison for all Joint Commission, Linen Review and operating Committees within the faculty and hospital group.  May be required to chair a committee.
• AAbility to attend and document laundry surveys for potential Crothall Healthcare Inc. clients.  This understanding of production costing and laundry design and development will allow foe exposure to a variety of operational methods.
• Forecasts annual budget and works through budget approval process with Regional Manager and Senior Vice President.
• If capacity is available, the ability to develop and grow new business within the facility.  Able to forecast business costing, improved profitability and return on investment of new businesses.
• Forecast capital expenditures and manages installation and operation of new equipment.
• Develops action plans and develops plans for the current management team, assuring their growth and success.  Must be able to handle succession planning for his/her position to be able to successfully develop a corporate culture as job opportunities take place.

Job Requirements:

• BS/BA in Management or equivalent work experience; minimum 5 years operations/management experience - preferably laundry operations with large-scale plants in management or commercial field.
• Spanish language skills a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
• Exhibits imitative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership.
• Posess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures.
• Ability to use knowledge of working environment to meet established goals and objectives.
• Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

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At Compass Group, The Americas Division, our superior balance of efficiency and quality attract the highest caliber level of service our clients deserve. We retain the finest workers with a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan. If you’re looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group, The Americas Division is for you! Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry’s best.

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