Plant General Manager, Twin Cities

International Paper; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 101,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

International Paper seeks a Plant General Manager for the Twin Cities area to oversee safety, operations and P&L for the Roseville facility. The role leads staffing, maintenance, and performance improvement while driving commercial recycling sales initiatives.

The position emphasizes strong leadership, a commitment to safety, and the ability to implement IP’s value-creation plan in a manufacturing environment. Located at 2425 Terminal Road, Roseville, MN 55113.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience (preferred).
• Experience in managing the P&L of a business unit.
• Commercial sales experience.
• Proven commitment to safety and safety processes.
• Ability to utilize workflow and process reliability to implement process improvements.
• Manufacturing supervision experience (preferred).
• Knowledge and experience managing a fiber recycling facility (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety of all plant team members and contractors; set vision and expectations, enforce safety initiatives, develop and monitor plant safety plans.
• Responsible for the financial performance of the business (P&L responsibility).
• Manage commercial sales development and execution through modern processes and the two Recycling Sales Reps selling plant recycling services.
• Develop understanding of local Recycling market and create a go-to-market plan per IP’s Market Based Value Creation program.
• Oversee staffing, operational efficiency, maintenance and cost control at the plant.
• Communicate operating plans and performance goals to plant team members.
• Model desired behaviors and reinforce key messages through daily activities.
• Lead development, training, and performance of plant team members.
• Manage human resources and physical plant assets; capital project planning and execution.

Skills

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Leadership experience

P&L management

Safety leadership

Commercial sales experience

Process improvement

Manufacturing supervision

Fiber recycling knowledge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Title
JOB DESCRIPTION
Plant General Manager, Twin Cities
Pay Rate
$101,000-134,600
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.
Category/Shift
Salaried Full-Time
Physical Location:
2425 Terminal Road
Roseville, MN 55113
The Job You Will Perform

• Responsible for the safety of all plant team members and contractors; including setting the vision and expectations, the implementation of corporate and business safety initiatives, the adherence to company safety expectations, and the development, execution and monitoring of plant specific safety plans and results
• Responsible for the financial performance of the business (P&L responsibility)
• Manage commercial sales development and execution through modern processes and the two Recycling Sales Reps whose primary role is to sell plant recycling services to new and existing customers
• Develop a thorough understanding of the local Recycling market and develop a commercial go to market plan based upon IP’s Market Based Value Creation program
• Responsible for the plant’s staffing, operational efficiency, maintenance and cost control measures
• Effectively communicate operating plans, performance goals and expectations to plant team members
• Support the business mission and vision by modeling desired behaviors, communicating and reinforcing key messages through daily activities and interactions
• Responsible for leading and directing the development, training, and performance of plant team members
• Accountable for effective management of human resources and physical plant assets
• Accountable for capital project planning and implementation of approved projects

The Skills You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and experience (preferred)
• Management experience: ability to influence and lead all levels of an organization
• High ethical standards
• Experience in managing the P&L of a business unit
• Commercial sales experience
• Proven commitment to safety and safety processes
• Ability to utilize workflow and process reliability to implement process improvements
• Manufacturing supervision experience (preferred)
• Knowledge and experience managing a fiber recycling facility (preferred)
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Builds Effective Teams
• Customer Focus
• Directs Work
• Instills Trust
• Drives Engagement
• Manages Complexity
• Business Insight
• Develops Talent
• Drives Results
• Courage
• Plans & Aligns

About Us
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
The Career You Will Build
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.
The Culture You Will Experience
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
The Company You Will Join
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.
International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].