Business Unit Manager

PLASCORE INC • Zeeland, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Plascore Inc., a global leader in advanced honeycomb composite solutions, is seeking an experienced and visionary Business Unit Manager to lead our high‑growth Panels Business Unit. This is a rare opportunity to own the full performance, strategy, and innovation pipeline of a stand‑alone business unit within a company known for engineering excellence and world‑class manufacturing. As the leader of the Panels BU, you will guide a talented cross‑functional team in delivering lightweight, high‑strength composite panel solutions used across aerospace, marine, transportation, industrial, and architectural markets. Your leadership will directly shape the BU’s growth trajectory, product roadmap, operational performance, and customer experience. This role is ideal for a strategic, technically strong operations leader who thrives in a dynamic environment where innovation, continuous improvement, and customer focus drive success.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in operations, engineering, or manufacturing.
• Strong independent judgment, initiative, and decision‑making ability.
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data and solve challenging technical and operational problems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical expertise.
• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR regulations (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident).

Responsibilities

• Own the P&L performance of the Panels Business Unit, ensuring sustained profitability and long‑term growth.
• Lead strategic planning, pricing strategy, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis to support business expansion.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities, product applications, and revenue streams.
• Develop and implement operating policies, procedures, and best‑practice manufacturing techniques to achieve world‑class performance.
• Oversee all major business functions within the Panels BU, including: Sales & Sales Support, Production & Facilities, Engineering & R&D, Quality & Scheduling, Purchasing & Administration.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, equipment, and methods to enhance efficiency, throughput, and product quality.
• Lead the development and launch of new panel products that strengthen Plascore’s competitive position.
• Continuously improve existing products to enhance performance, functionality, and customer value.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and R&D to translate customer needs into innovative solutions.
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high‑performing team; hire, develop, and evaluate managers and staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Promote a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries with professionalism and urgency.
• Represent the Panels BU as a trusted leader within the organization.

Benefits

• Bonus Programs
• $1,200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics
• Health Benefits
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.
• New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!
• Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services
• Paid Time Off
• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)
• 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(K) & Roth 401(K) 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.
• Educational Support
• Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs
• Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents
• Use of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional development
• Childcare Flex Spending Account for childcare
• Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)
• Company Events
• Annual company picnic
• Annual golf outing
• Annual holiday party
• Other Perks
• White-Caps baseball ticket raffles
• Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX Optical
• Clean work environment
• Smooth pace of work
• Family owned and operated.
• Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.
• Bi-Weekly Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager