Manager, Operations

Menasha-Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Menasha Corporation in Memphis, TN, is seeking a seasoned site leader to direct overall operations, safety, productivity and continuous improvement at our facility.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage KPIs, drive cost efficiency, capital projects, and develop people. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in manufacturing leadership.

Join us to help shape a culture of urgency, integrity, and performance while delivering on-time, high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree desired.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing leadership.
• Experience leading improvement efforts in production, quality, or profitability.
• Experience with change management/transformation initiatives.
• Ability to lead people and build high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Establishs operational strategies to meet safety, productivity, quality, customer service and profitability goals.
• Develops teams to solve day-to-day issues and drive long-term performance improvements.
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects with data-driven decision making.
• Monitors KPI performance and guides department leaders to meet scorecard targets.
• Oversees capital expenditure planning and coordination with Finance for payback.
• Ensures safety, food safety, environmental, and company policies are maintained across the site.
• Supports scheduling optimization and capacity planning across multiple sites as needed.
• Maintains facilities, grounds, utilities and equipment with proper risk controls.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Continuous improvement

Safety culture

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Menasha Corporation Employees, please log-in to your Workday account to apply for positions.ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.Join us and become part of the power behind possible.About The OpportunityResponsible for the overall direction, guidance, and safety for the facility, putting the health and safety of the team members first. While leading the team in reaching productivity and efficiency goals, also lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams and projects, report on progress, make recommendations, data-driven decisions, and support implementation. Foster the Menasha culture and environment by providing leadership, communication and performance management for people managers and team members, to enable the growth and development of the people and organization.Essential Job FunctionsThe following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties, however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.Establishes operational strategies to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customer service, sales, human capital, cost and profitabilityDevelop team to solve day-to-day operational issues to reach short- and long-term performance goals while fostering a working environment of urgency, integrity and trustAccountable for assigned site’s key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance to departmental leaders to ensure scorecard objectives are met – leverages data driven decision makingLead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and develop innovative practices, methods and procedures that add value for the facilityCollaborates with cross-functional leaders to set continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellenceAccountable for employee and organizational development plans and people management strategies – working closely with direct reportsProactively monitors site capacity and collaborates with other sites on scheduling optimization to meet internal and external customer on-time-delivery demandsConducts equipment feasibility studies and makes recommendations for investment; works with Finance to prepare capital expenditure plan and is accountable for payback expectationsPrepares and manages the annual financial plan and monitors performance through forecasting and/or other company reportEnsures the overall maintenance and security of facilities, grounds, utilities and equipmentInteracts with key stakeholders to provide technical support, explore new business opportunities, and/or resolve order problems or complaintsAdminister company policies, practices, and adherence to standard operating procedures, which includes enforcing and maintaining safety, food safety and environmental policies and procedures.Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publicationsOther duties as assignedEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree desiredMinimum of 5 years of relevant experience requiredExperience leading improvement efforts in production, quality, or profitabilityExperience with change management/transformation initiativesKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of workers, environment and siteKnowledge of the processes, tools and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the manufacturing cycleKnowledge of day-to-day and strategic issues, operational requirements and management of a manufacturing facilityKnowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product componentsKnowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding manufacturing processesAbility to lead people and get results through othersAbility to build a Continuous Improvement CultureAbility to think ahead and plan over a specific time spanAbility to establish high performance teams and a strong team playerAbility to regularly flex between hands on tactical and strategic work as necessary.Physical Requirements & Work EnvironmentPrimarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office settingFrequent walking and standing requiredOccasional travel requiredOccasional lifting up to 25 lbs.#LI-HM1#MPCTwo companies, one vision.Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.