Manufacturing Associate Manager - Paper Machine

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Paper Machine Manufacturing Associate Manager to supervise 11–15 employees, drive safety and production KPIs, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role includes shift leadership, training plans, and liaison with other departments to optimize mill production.

The position requires 5–7 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, strong communication, and familiarity with SAP. Bachelor’s degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of Paper Machine supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift activities and direct day-to-day operations.
• Ensure safety, quality, and production KPIs are met.
• Develop skills and coach operators on paper machine basics.
• Coordinate with maintenance and other departments on improvement projects.

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Scheduling

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5+ years supervision

Lean Six-Sigma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

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.

MISSION / SUMMARY:

The Paper Machine Manufacturing Associate Manager provides supervision and direction to 11 - 15 employees as well as planning and controlling production performance as measured by key performance indicators. In addition, they ensure compliance to established safety rules/policies, customer quality and production specifications. Actively leads and participates in the plant safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts. Works with employees to develop the necessary skills to perform job tasks as outlined in the work instructions.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides daily communication to the shift, directs the day-to-day activities of the shift and responsible for the resolution of shift issues.
• Ensures all schedules and releases are met.
• Responsible for performance management of individuals for unacceptable performance relating to safety, attendance, training, quality, productivity, and/or inappropriate behavior to include disciplinary action if required.
• Prepares and distributes shift report daily.
• Performs daily audits to ensure that safety, housekeeping, basic care rounds, and established job standards are followed. Uses audit findings and reviews countermeasure sheets to upgrade standard work or install new systems to prevent problems from reoccurring.
• Serves as a liaison to communicate identified problems to support team as well as problem status feedback to the crews.
• Supports mill and department goals in safety, environmental compliance, quality, cost, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• Accountable for overall shift performance in accordance to established key performance indicators (KPI's) to include safety, environment, overtime, housekeeping, quality, cull, and production efficiency. Takes necessary actions to ensure goals are achieved in a team environment by leading or promoting problem solving and development of countermeasures with or by crew members.
• Completes all shift accident investigations within 24-hour period. Ensures corrective action is taken to address issue.
• Manages individual job assignments and crew member training plans with assistance from other departmental personnel.

• Mentor and coach and help develop technical mastery of operations personnel on paper machine fundamentals, skill development, and all aspects of paper machine department.
• Foster employee engagement initiatives.
• Encourage a behavior-based crew lead safety process.
• Liaison with other department managers to optimize mill production.
• Partner with technical training department to ensure the training program for operatorsis current and appropriate training goals are on target.
• Promote ISO standards throughout department.
• Administer and implement Labor relations (CBA) through consultation with the Human Resource.
• Provide leadership with the implementation of problem-solving strategies and execution of key performance objectives in the department.
• Sponsor employee ownership with operators to assure continuity in reaching common production goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

Five to seven years of previous Paper Machine Supervisory Experience preferred.

Good people skills and ability to influence people

Good Organizational skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Able to motivate people to perform at a higher level

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

SAP experience is a plus.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

Bachelor’s degree a plus or 5+ years of supervision

Five to sevenyears of previous supervisory skills; manufacturing environment preferred.

Continuous Improvement – Lean Six-Sigma, Lean/Six Sigma knowledge preferred.

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

General schedule is 1 of 4 - 12 hour rotating shifts (DuPont). Employee must be willing to work alternate schedules that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

Pay Range: $96,000 - $120,000

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].