Operations Leader: Flexible Packaging & Growth

Belmark Inc; De Pere (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Term Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) & Profit Sharing Plan

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

On-site Health Clinic

On-site Fitness Center

Job summary

Belmark Inc in De Pere, WI, is seeking an Operations Manager for the Flexible Packaging division. You will provide strategic leadership for manufacturing operations, guiding safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction while driving sustainable growth.

You will partner with Product Management, Supply Chain, and HR to align plans, develop leaders, and standardize processes across multiple plants in a fast-paced environment. A strong track record in packaging operations is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Proven manufacturing leadership experience (7+ years).
• Experience in Flexible Packaging or converting industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, production equipment, and printing processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships across levels.
• Proven ability to collaborate with senior leaders, teams, and customers to achieve objectives.
• Demonstrated success resolving complex problems and making sound decisions in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to lead, motivate, influence, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate data, identify opportunities, and implement solutions.
• Experience developing and using performance metrics to drive excellence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; CAD experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.
• Willingness for extended domestic and international travel.
• On-site leadership role with visible presence in operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for the Flexible Packaging division with focus on safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Drive safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Set direction for the business unit over a rolling 3-year timeframe with product leadership.
• Establish and achieve financial and performance metrics across multiple plants.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Product Management, Engineering, and HR to meet demand.
• Develop and coach leaders; recruit and onboard new employees.
• Standardize processes across operations and drive efficiency improvements.
• Analyze data trends to guide capacity planning and capital investments.
• Plan capacity and direct business to appropriate technologies and facilities.
• Oversee regulatory compliance (OSHA, WDNR, EPA).
• Collaborate with leadership on 3-year strategic plans and growth initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Communication skills

Team development

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Read technical docs

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Management

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Belmark Inc in De Pere, WI, is seeking an Operations Manager for the Flexible Packaging division. You will provide strategic leadership for manufacturing operations, guiding safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction while driving sustainable growth.

You will partner with Product Management, Supply Chain, and HR to align plans, develop leaders, and standardize processes across multiple plants in a fast-paced environment. A strong track record in packaging operations is preferred.