Production Control Associate Manager

Graphic Packaging International, LLC; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off + holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International, LLC in Staunton, VA, is seeking a Production Control Associate Manager to lead and optimize production planning and control. You will plan schedules, coordinate material flow, and ensure efficient use of resources to meet production targets.

You will manage multiple direct reports, monitor operational and financial results, and drive process improvements while aligning with SQF and safety standards. A BA or MA with related experience is required.

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent + 6 yrs related experience, or MA + 4 yrs related experience

Responsibilities

• Direct and guide the work of others and mobilize resources.
• Manage two or more direct reports.
• Monitor and achieve operational and/or financial results for the area of responsibility.
• Oversee people management actions: hiring, training, development, rewards, and discipline.
• Develop and administer schedules and performance requirements.
• Coordinate with other areas to achieve department objectives.
• Ensure policies and procedures are understood and followed by staff and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Planning & scheduling

Process improvement

Communication

Financial acumen

Education

BA or MA in related field

Job description

Production Control Associate Manager

Staunton, VA

About Graphic

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

JOB SUMMARY:

Manufacturing Production Planning & Control work focuses on managing production to optimize the use of resources and meet production schedules and standards including: Planning and controlling production schedules and coordinating with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials Estimating and scheduling the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for the production process Researching, evaluating, and recommending changes to production processes, systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization's production capabilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individuals in these roles primarily focus on directing, leveraging, and guiding the work of others, and mobilizing resources.
• Leaders typically manage two or more direct reports.
• Responsible for the monitoring and achievement of operational and/or financial results for their area of responsibility.
• Responsible for people management actions such as hiring, terminating, rewarding, training, and developing employees.
• Progression within the levels reflect increase in scope and responsibilities as well as growth in business and industry experience, process and people leadership capabilities, and broad technical expertise.
• Supervises entry level and experienced professionals and potentially para-professional employees.
• Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results.
• Works on issues of general scope.
• Problems faced may be difficult but typically not overly complex.
• Analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of various factors and a general understanding of principles in own discipline and potentially a basic knowledge of other disciplines.
• Supports team with day to day activities.
• Applies general understanding of the business and coordinates with other areas to achieve department objectives.
• Ensures policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports, customers, and stakeholders.
• Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements.
• Assignments are defined by activities and objectives; work is reviewed for completeness and for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Decisions impact work processes and outcomes.
• Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results may cause delays in schedules and potentially expenditure of resources.
• Interacts frequently with internal personnel and may interac occasionally with external personnel.
• Participates and presents at meetings with internal reps.
• Interaction typically concerns exchanging information and/or scheduling issues.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities:

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation

Education & Experience:

BA or equivalent + 6 yrs related experience, or MA + 4 yrs related experience

Disclaimer

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Competencies

Business Acumen

Curiosity

Interpersonal Skills

Influence Skills

Self-Starter

Negotiation Skills

Organization Skills

Results Oriented

Pay Range

$72,700.00 - $96,900.00

GPI Benefits Program

Competitive Pay

401(k) w/employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Various Voluntary benefits

Adoption Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].