Liquibox Production Manager

Sealed Air; Lester Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sealed Air’s Liquibox division in Lester Prairie is seeking a Production Manager to drive manufacturing processes and Lean Six-Sigma initiatives. You will support the Plant Manager, lead performance leaders, and supervise day-to-day operations on a morning shift, Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities include directing production planning, safety and environmental goals, and implementing improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and cost effectiveness across high-volume molding operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Technical and/or Finance discipline strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Molding experience required.
• Injection Molding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and the strategic goals of the Company and business units.
• Collaborates with colleagues to achieve safety and environmental performance objectives for the department.
• Collaborates with Plant Manager and sets short- and long-term production goals for the site.
• Directs and manages the overall production plan for the operation.
• Communicates the Company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for site.
• Evaluates performance against production goals and adjusts allocations of resources to optimize quality and cost-efficiency.
• Leads Lean improvement projects and acts as the liaison between Lean teams and groups.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Liquibox Production Manager

Lester Prairie

Requisition ID: 55518

Shift: Morning - Monday - Friday - 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Annual Salary: $120,000

Scope of This Position: Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Value Stream Leader will develop and drive the manufacturing processes through continuous improvement to deliver and sustain profitable growth. The fundamental task will be to assist the Plant Manager in the operation of the department, develop strategy and provide functional direction to Group Performance Leaders and Team Performance Leaders.

Responsibilities

• Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and the strategic goals of the Company and business units.
• Collaborates with colleagues to achieve safety and environmental performance objectives for the department.
• Collaborates with Plant Manager and sets short- and long-term production goals for the site.
• Directs and manages the overall production plan for the operation.
• Collaborates with functional area managers on the determination of materials, space, equipment and personnel needs as well as the development and implementation of processes, procedures, assignment and execution of functional responsibilities, and determination of budget and costs constraints.
• Communicates the Company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for site.
• Evaluates performance against production goals and adjusts allocations of resources (e.g., personnel, equipment, materials) as needed to optimize quality and amount of equipment, machinery and components produced, market share of customers, quality of services provided, and cost-efficiency of operations.
• Reviews and analyzes reports of key business performance data, collaborates with management team on operations, and maintains knowledge of current market trends and best practices for region and industry.
• Engages the team in supervising day-to-day operations.
• Provides strategic guidance and resources to troubleshoot highly complex issues related to departmental operations and customer service.
• Initiates engineering projects and new product launches.
• Leads Lean improvement projects and acts as the liaison between Lean improvement personnel and their respective groups.
• Develops and leads the implementation of operational initiatives in support of Lean Six-Sigma manufacturing (e.g., department utilization improvement, process capability enhancement, customer satisfaction, employee involvement).
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency. -Sets and communicates standards, deploys resources, and achieves clear and measurable performance expectations for the operation.

Internal Interaction Required With

• Production Operators
• Support Personnel (i.e., Operations, Production Control, RD&E, Training, Human Resources, Accounting/Finance, Quality, etc.)

Manages

• Has full managerial responsibility which includes having direct reports, assigning work to staff, coaching and training employees, setting goals, being accountable for performance evaluations, plan staff development, and makes and approves people management decisions either alone or in collaboration with management and HR (including recruitment, promotions, terminations, and compensation).

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Required; Technical and/or Finance discipline strongly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing work experience
• Molding experience required
• Injection Molding experience preferred

Additional Qualifications:

• Able to work both independently and within a team, generating results with general/minimal guidance from management
• Green Belt Certification preferred
• Has direct reports, assigns work to staff, provides coaching and training, sets goals, is accountable for performance evaluation, plans staff development, and makes and approves people management decisions either alone or in collaboration with management and HR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively apply MS Excel and other analysis tools to real-world problem-solving
• Must be flexible, innovative and comfortable in setting own priorities
• Polished presentation, business acumen and facilitation skills
• Good understanding of Lean manufacturing principles
• Experience with high volume operations
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Change Agent experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending accountHealth insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Requisition id:55518

Relocation:No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR? It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise. Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate. Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values. Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.