Operations Manager

Position Title:

Operations Manager

Pay Rate:

$101,000 - $134,600 

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:

Waterloo, IA

The Job You Will Perform:

The Operations Manager will be responsible for the Scheduling and Shipping Departments and report directly to the Manufacturing Manager. This position is responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Provides supply chain and replenishment leadership for facility customers
• Establishing of an overall replenishment plan
• Tracking forecast accuracy, defining inventory and safety stock standards
• On-time-in-full-no-errors (OTIFNE) performance measurement and communication
• Tracking, ordering and optimizing finished and raw material inventories
• Efficiently scheduling facility production demands
• Managing order requirements through an outside sales organization and offsite customer service organization
• Support Lead Team objectives such as Safety, Engagement and EBIT 
• Trailer optimization and minimization

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

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• Relevant degree in Business Administration or Operations Management is preferred with at least five years’ experience in manufacturing in the corrugated industry.
• 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, coordinate multifunctional teams and collaborate with other departments, customers, and business partners.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to drive results and influence others to meet department objectives.

• Must demonstrate a proven track record of date accurate data entry; proficient skills in Excel, Word and Outlook; ability to learn industry and customer specific computer systems. KIWI knowledge a plus.

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. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and 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.