Converting Supervisor

International Paper; Biglerville (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Converting Supervisor for our Biglerville, PA location. The role oversees a shift of hourly employees, guiding safety, quality and productivity while ensuring engagement and strong teamwork.

You will train, plan, assign, and evaluate work, communicating effectively with crews, management, and external partners. The position emphasizes safe operations and continuous improvement within a major packaging operation.

Qualifications

• Two years of supervisory experience preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• College or related technical courses preferred.
• Prior experience in corrugated packaging is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervisor to one assigned shift of hourly employees, focusing on safety, quality, productivity and engagement.
• Supervise daily production, training, planning, and directing work; evaluate performance; enforce discipline and safety programs.
• Lead and motivate staff by example, ensuring a safe environment and quality output.
• Communicate operational information clearly to all levels, including customers and vendors.
• Promote and ensure compliance with safety, quality and other programs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education background

Communication skills

Leadership

Team engagement

Education

High School diploma or GED

College coursework preferred

Job description

Position Title

Converting Supervisor

Pay Rate

$80,000 - $92,600 (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/B Shift/6P-6A, 4 On/4 Off

Physical Location

Biglerville, PA

The Job You Will Perform

• Direct supervisor to one assigned shift of hourly employees. Responsible for supervision, direction and leadership in safety, quality, productivity and engagement to ensure goals are met.
• Supervise employees in the daily production of corrugated board, to include training, planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating employee performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; promoting safety, quality production and teamwork; resolving conflicts.
• Lead and motivate employees by setting an example of superior behavior, attitude and performance to work efficiently and effectively, while ensuring a safe work environment, and a quality product.
• Effectively communicate operational information in both oral and written format at all levels: crew members, other supervisors, plant management, office personnel and outside customers and vendors.
• Actively promote and ensure compliance with safety, quality and other programs and initiatives utilized within the organization.

The Skills You Will Bring

• Two years of supervisory experience highly preferred.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• College and/or related technical courses highly preferred.
• Prior experience in the corrugated packaging industry preferred.
• Action Oriented
• Business Insight
• Communicates Effectively
• Managerial Courage
• Customer Focus
• Talent Developer
• Instills Trust
• Organizational Skills

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 leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. 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 2024 were $18.6 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodation Statement

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 [e-mail] or [phone].