Process Improvement Manager

International Paper Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Process Improvement Manager in Portland, OR to lead continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and quality systems. You will guide plant safety, audits, and customer-grade quality efforts while partnering with supervisors and operating teams to drive reliability and efficiency.

The successful candidate will have 2–4 years of manufacturing experience, prefer a corrugated or converting environment, and a track record of building strong teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in corrugated or converting.
• Knowledge of OSHA/EPA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Establish an operating environment embracing continuous improvement.
• Lead plant quality systems and safety initiatives; facilitate safety committees.
• Collaborate with supervisors and teams to improve manufacturing and quality systems; emphasize reliability tools.
• Lead the plant safety team and conduct safety audits, investigations, and orientations.
• Manage internal auditing processes.
• Monitor Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.
• Participate in New Item processes and customer audits; maintain knowledge of customer quality testing and requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

High performance

Policy knowledge

Builds Effective Teams

Business Insight

Drives Results

Courage

Customer Focus

Manages Complexity

Optimizes Work Processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Position Title:

Process Improvement Manager

Pay Rate

$69,500- $92,600 (USCORE)

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP's annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Portland, OR

The Job You Will Perform:

• Responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process. The PIM/CIM is also responsible for leading the facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems, and facilitation of the plant safety committee and initiatives.

• Work with supervisors and operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems, while emphasizing use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives.

• Provide support by leading the plant safety team.Also, support safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations and safety orientation for new hires.Must understand OHSA/EPA regulations.

• Manage internal auditing processes.

• Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.

• Actively participate in the New Item process, as well as Customer audits and communication. Maintain knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• 2 - 4 years experience manufacturing experience; preferably in a corrugated or converting environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and managing high performance work systems and teams

• Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies

• Builds Effective Teams

• Business Insight

• Drives Results

• Courage

• Customer Focus

• Manages Complexity

• Optimizes Work Processes

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:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

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 120 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. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting 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].

Job Identification 2004877

Job Schedule Full time