Plant Operations Leader — Manufacturing & Safety

Graphic Packaging International; Pineville (NC); On-site; USD 142,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International, a leading packaging manufacturer, seeks professionals for manufacturing engineering, production operations, maintenance, planning and control, quality, and environmental health & safety. The roles focus on directing, guiding, and improving manufacturing processes across multiple teams.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to manage resources, schedules, and budgets while driving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent plus 3 years related experience, or MA plus 1 year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct, leverage, and guide the work of others to meet operational goals.
• Manage two or more direct reports and monitor performance.
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation within their area.
• Adapt plans to meet short-term challenges and drive department objectives.
• Interact with internal and external stakeholders to resolve scheduling and operational issues.
• Provide training, coaching, and development for staff.

Skills

Business Acumen

Curiosity

Interpersonal Skills

Influence Skills

Self-Starter

Negotiation Skills

Organization Skills

Results Oriented

Education

BA or equivalent

MA

Job description

Graphic Packaging International, a leading packaging manufacturer, seeks professionals for manufacturing engineering, production operations, maintenance, planning and control, quality, and environmental health & safety. The roles focus on directing, guiding, and improving manufacturing processes across multiple teams.

Ideal candidates have strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to manage resources, schedules, and budgets while driving operational excellence.