Manufacturing Manager - Protective Packaging & CI

Itape; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG is seeking a Manufacturing Manager I – Protective Packaging to lead daily plant operations, ensuring safety, quality and productivity. You will supervise workloads, drive continuous improvement projects, and align with site and corporate goals.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering background, 5+ years in a maintenance supervisor/manager role, and proven skills in lean six sigma, IPS, and cross-functional communication within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance supervisor or manager role.
• Proficient in MS Office and web-based technologies.
• Demonstrated manufacturing project management and continuous improvement skills including Lean Six Sigma and IPS.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations in the protective packaging division, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity.
• Assign workloads, monitor quality, and safeguard employee safety and health.
• Identify and execute manufacturing plans to meet service, quality, and productivity goals, including waste reduction.
• Drive continuous improvement projects and align with certification goals.
• Lead resource planning and budget-conscious scheduling for efficient operations.
• Collaborate with other departments and site leadership to implement strategic initiatives.
• Support annual performance planning to achieve site goals.

Skills

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Communication skills

MS Office

Web-based technologies

Manufacturing operations

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Web-based technologies

Job description

IPG is seeking a Manufacturing Manager I – Protective Packaging to lead daily plant operations, ensuring safety, quality and productivity. You will supervise workloads, drive continuous improvement projects, and align with site and corporate goals.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering background, 5+ years in a maintenance supervisor/manager role, and proven skills in lean six sigma, IPS, and cross-functional communication within a manufacturing environment.