Cutting Operations Leader – Shift Manager & CI

Guided Search Partners; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is seeking a Cutting Manager for a paper-based consumer packaging operation in Lumberton, NC. This hands-on role involves leading the cutting department, ensuring safety and quality in production, and driving continuous improvement using Six Sigma principles. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, 5-8 years of converting operations experience, and demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills. Join a critical department where your leadership will directly impact the performance and success of operations.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in converting operations or equivalent.
• Experience leading teams is preferred.
• Strong resource and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the cutting department across shifts and ensure safe production.
• Manage sheet-fed line operations to meet specifications.
• Drive goals across safety, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Management

Continuous Improvement

Team Development

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

5–8 years in converting operations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading executive search firm is seeking a Cutting Manager for a paper-based consumer packaging operation in Lumberton, NC. This hands-on role involves leading the cutting department, ensuring safety and quality in production, and driving continuous improvement using Six Sigma principles. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, 5-8 years of converting operations experience, and demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills. Join a critical department where your leadership will directly impact the performance and success of operations.