Manufacturing Manager - Paper Machine

Graphic Packaging International; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Louisiana seeks an Assistant Superintendent to oversee the paper machine area, ensuring safe, reliable operations and budget adherence for two machines. This role emphasizes leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and continuous improvement in a high‑volume mill.

The ideal candidate will have five years of supervisory experience in the pulp and paper industry, a BS in Engineering, and Lean/Six Sigma expertise to drive cost reduction and efficiency gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science, Engineering required.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience in the pulp and paper industry.
• Lean Implementation experience and knowledge of Six Sigma principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage the safe and reliable operations of equipment in the paper machine area of the mill.
• Support production teams for two paper machines, filling in for vacancies as needed.
• Assist in preparation and maintaining department budgets and identify projects for new capital investments, cost reduction and equipment refurbishment.
• Determine training needs and administer appropriate training programs for salaried and hourly employees.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Six Sigma

Team collaboration

Strategic planning

Quality orientation

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor of Science, Engineering

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 environmentally responsible in 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, we’d love to hear from you. A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Summary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

MISSION / SUMMARY: This position is critical to the managing the safe and reliable operations of equipment in the paper machine area of the mill.

JOB FUNCTION

Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Assistant Superintendent for paper machine area
• Implement and maintain best practice strategies for the department.
• Support production teams for (2) paper machines, filling in directly for vacancies as needed.
• Assist in preparation and maintaining department budgets.
• Identify projects for new capital investments, cost reduction and equipment refurbishment.
• Determine training needs and administer appropriate training programs for salaried and hourly employees on Paper Machines to function in the most reliable manner. Work directly with department trainer to complete training needs for the department.
• Provide leadership with problem-solving strategies and execution of key performance objectives.

Background / Experience

• Five (5) years of supervisory experience in the pulp and paper industry, preferably with Paper Machine Experience.
• Coated paperboard experience preferred.
• Wet end/fourdrinier experience preferred.

Education / Knowledge

• Bachelor of Science, Engineering.

Specific Skills

• This position requires key competencies that include: an individual with strong communication and problem solving skills, demonstrated leadership and collaboration in a team environment, persistence and enthusiasm to get the job done, planning and organizational skills, analytical thinking skills, strategic planning, quality orientation and a commitment to excellence, and superior interpersonal people skills. The successful candidate must exhibit proven ability to self-manage in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Lean Implementation experience and knowledge of six sigma principles will also be needed.

Disclaimer

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Competencies

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

Pay Range

$117,100.00 - $156,200.00

Pay Range: $117,100.00 - $156,200.00

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].