Process Improvement Lead, Quality & Safety

International Paper; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

International Paper in Salinas, CA is seeking a Process Improvement Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives, manage quality systems, and support safety programs in a salaried, full-time role.

You will collaborate with operations to optimize production processes, drive reliability, and ensure compliance with OHSA/EPA standards; a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of manufacturing experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3-5 years experience manufacturing; preferably corrugated or converting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of high performance work systems and teams.
• Knowledge of local and corporate policies.

Responsibilities

• Establish an operating environment embracing the continuous improvement process.
• Lead quality systems and facilitate plant safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with supervisors to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems.
• Manage internal auditing processes.
• Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.
• Support New Item processes and customer audits and communication.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team building

Business insight

Drives results

Courage

Customer focus

Manages complexity

Optimizes work processes

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

International Paper in Salinas, CA is seeking a Process Improvement Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives, manage quality systems, and support safety programs in a salaried, full-time role.

You will collaborate with operations to optimize production processes, drive reliability, and ensure compliance with OHSA/EPA standards; a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of manufacturing experience are required.