Manager II Operations MI

Clearwater Paper Corporation; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Paper Corporation is seeking an Operations Leader to oversee plant-wide activities, driving productivity and profitability while delivering safe, cost-effective products that meet customer expectations.

You will lead safety, quality, production, maintenance, and logistics, champion lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and develop budgets and plans aligned with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience in related field.
• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing or distribution experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing supervisors and production teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Required PPE use in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations to improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Lead safety, quality, production, maintenance, and logistics functions.
• Drive continuous improvement to meet targets on throughput, delivery, inventory, cost and quality.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets; optimize processes and material flow.
• Coach leaders to foster a high-performing, engaged workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

PPE compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

This role oversees overall operations to improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability. The position ensures the production of safe, cost-effective products that meet or exceed customer expectations and requirements. Responsibilities include leadership of safety, quality, production, maintenance, and logistics functions; optimization of facility assets; and supervision of all phases of plant operations.

• Operations
• Lead manufacturing operations to meet customer demand through effective resource utilization, capacity planning, asset management, and production scheduling
• Develop and execute short- and long-term operational plans aligned with business objectives and performance goals
• Drive operational performance by achieving targets for throughput, on-time delivery, inventory, cost, quality, and order accuracy through continuous improvement
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets while optimizing production processes, material flow, and manufacturing efficiency
• Champion best practices and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and operational performance
• Safety & Environmental
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with safety policies, regulatory requirements, and corporate safety initiatives
• Conduct routine safety observations, workplace inspections, and incident reviews to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Coach and develop leaders to reinforce safe work practices and accountability across operations
• Quality
• Ensure customer service, product quality, equipment performance, and operational standards are consistently achieved
• Maintain compliance with quality processes, procedures, and documentation requirements
• Educate and engage employees on quality expectations and continuous quality improvement
• Leadership
• Lead, coach, and develop leaders and employees by setting expectations, providing performance feedback, conducting reviews, and supporting professional growth
• Foster collaboration, open communication, accountability, and alignment around shared business objectives
• Provide ongoing guidance and direction to build a high-performing, engaged workforce

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field required. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, distribution or related field
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing supervisors and production teams
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in manufacturing and operational areas, including eye and hearing protection, hard hat, and steel-toed footwear
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, odors, temperature variations, and industrial conditions
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling as required by the role
• Extended periods of standing, walking, and working on concrete or uneven surfaces
• Climbing stairs, ladders, platforms, or elevated work areas as required by the role

Total Rewards

We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package.

Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

• Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days.
• Our paid time off includes vacation days, personal days, and company holidays.

Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

This role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.