Manufacturing Manager

Position Title:

Manufacturing Manager

Pay Rate:

$100,700 - $134,300 (USCORE)

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time Exempt

Physical Location:

Hillsboro, OR

The Job You Will Perform:

The Manufacturing Manager will lead all operational functions at our preprint plant and will report directly to the Complex General Manager. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Lead, develop, and coach the manufacturing team. Plan, assign, and direct workflow
• Evaluate employee performance; reward and discipline employees; promote safety, quality production and teamwork; and resolve conflicts
• Track forecast and define appropriate inventory and safety stock goals.
• Track and communicate performance metrics, conduct analysis and make adjustments to address gaps and improve performance
• Oversee scheduling and manage labor planning to meet production demands
• Promote and support a strong safety culture
• Manage leading indicator efforts including safe work observation process, 5S, hazard recognition and controls
• Effectively communicate operational information in both oral and written format at all levels
• Actively promote and ensure compliance with safety, quality and other programs and initiatives within the organization
• Maintain necessary documentation and reports
• Perform random inspections of all quality and safety policies and procedures
• Monitor and manage variable expenses
• Physical requirements include continuously seeing, standing, walking, talking, hearing/listening, and occasionally lifting up to 50lbs
• Other duties as assigned

In addition to daily operational responsibilities, the successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining systems, driving manufacturing improvements, as well as engaging the work teams to accomplish operational objectives.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Relevant degree is preferred, along with at least five years’ experience in the printing industry
• Good understanding of flexographic printing, color theory, inks and printing substrates. Ability to troubleshoot
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience
• Strong organizational skills and ability to react to operational support requirements; must be able to organize time effectively and prioritize tasks to cope with fluctuating workloads
• Ability to lead multifunctional teams and collaborate with other departments, customers, and business partners
• Demonstrated leadership ability to drive results and influence others to meet department objectives

• Proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook; ability to learn industry and customer specific computer systems

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.