Finishing Manager

Graphic Packaging International; Pacific (MO); On-site; USD 93,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a finishing department leader to plan and manage the finishing operation, directing resources to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals while aligning with Plant and Division objectives.

This role requires 2–5 years of manufacturing leadership and a Bachelor’s in Business, with strong MS Office skills and a results-driven mindset to drive continuous improvements and cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field required.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing/leadership experience.
• Strong MS Office skills; SAP experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication; results driven.

Responsibilities

• Directs finishing production to meet quality and quantity targets at lowest cost.
• Develops and enforces operating policies; ensures policy adherence.
• Coordinates with all plant departments to carry out responsibilities.
• Manages employees, sets performance goals, allocates resources and evaluates performance.
• Leads safety, quality, and productivity improvements; drives throughput gains.

Skills

Business Acumen

Curiosity

Interpersonal Skills

Influence Skills

Self-Starter

Negotiation Skills

Organization Skills

Results Oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individuals in these roles primarily focus on directing, leveraging, and guiding the work of others, and mobilizing resources.
• Leaders typically manage two or more direct reports.
• Responsible for the monitoring and achievement of operational and/or financial results for their area of responsibility.
• Responsible for people management actions such as hiring, terminating, rewarding, training, and developing employees.
• Progression within the levels reflects increase in scope and responsibilities as well as growth in business and industry experience, process and people leadership capabilities, and broad technical expertise.
• Manages experienced professionals and/or supervisors who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.
• Often heads one or more sections or a small department.
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to meet short-term challenges.
• Works on issues of diverse scope; analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of concepts, theories, and principles in own discipline and a basic knowledge of other disciplines.
• Solves problems following operational policies; understands the broader impact across the department.
• Acts as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
• Applies understanding of the business and how area of responsibility integrates with other areas to achieve department objectives.
• Interprets and administers policies, processes, and procedures that may affect sections and subordinate work units.
• Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities.
• Assignments are defined by activities and objectives; work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Decisions impact work processes and outcomes.
• Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results may cause serious delays and considerable expenditure of resources.
• Interacts frequently with internal personnel and outside representatives at various levels.
• Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives.
• Interaction typically concerns resolution of operational and scheduling issues.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation

Education & Experience

High School Education or equivalent + 6 yrs related experience

Career Level

• Emerging leader, highly experienced
• Novice, inexperienced

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Curiosity
• Interpersonal Skills
• Influence Skills
• Self-Starter
• Negotiation Skills
• Organization Skills
• Results Oriented

Pay Range

$92,600.00 - $123,500.00

Position Scope

Under general guidance, plans, directs, and manages the finishing department operation to achieve operating goals and objectives consistent with Plant and Division objectives (safety, quality, productivity, etc.). Supports and assists Plant Manager in daily operation of facility.

Position Responsibilities

• Directs the finishing production of all items at the lowest cost consistent with established specifications in terms of quality and quantity.
• Develops, recommends, and implements operating policies and ensures the application of such policies.
• Coordinates and collaborates with all departments of the plant in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
• Manages employees by establishing performance goals, allocating resources, and assessing performance.
• Provides leadership directed at continuous improvement in safety, quality / customer satisfaction, and productivity.
• Provides leadership and direction to production management and employees to continuously improve quality, reduce waste and increase throughput.
• Assists and supports Plant and Operation Manager in all aspects.
• Shares an obligation to protect and strengthen Graphic Packaging International’s good reputation in our relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies, and to act consistently with our core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field
• 2-5 years of management/leadership experience in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Results driven individual with goals of advancing within the organization
• Experience with SAP preferred
• Foresight, creativity, sense of urgency, and good organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].