Regional OPEX Program Manager

ALPLA Group; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and comprehensive bene

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Hands-on training and professional dev

Job summary

ALPLA is seeking an experienced OPEX leader to drive regional deployment of continuous improvement programs across multiple plants. You will lead the development and execution of the regional OPEX strategy, coordinate with corporate teams, and mentor regional leaders to build robust problem solving and Lean capabilities.

The role emphasizes process stability, standardization, and sustainable improvements, with opportunities for career growth in a global packaging leader focused on safety and

Qualifications

• 4-year degree (STEM discipline preferred) or 15 years of relevant operational excellence related experience.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment including process analysis, supply chain, operations and lean management.
• Strong knowledge of Project Management and ability to lead projects; proficient with statistical tools and data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional deployment and sustainment of NEXT and Operational Excellence programs.
• Support development and execution of regional OPEX strategy and align initiatives across plants.
• Lead OPEX assessments and monitor implementation progress, maturity, and sustainability.
• Drive deployment of Process Stability, High-Class Standards, and established OPEX management systems.
• Partner with Corporate OPEX teams to align regional execution with global standards and priorities.

Skills

Project management

Lean thinking

Statistical tools

Data management systems

Behavioral economics

Multi-tasking

Education

4-year STEM degree or 15 years related experience

Tools

None

Job description

Join ALPLA, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions serving some of the world's most recognized brands, including P&G, Unilever, L'Oréal, PepsiCo, and many more.

As a family-owned company with locations around the world, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to start a new career, we provide the support and development you need to succeed.

At ALPLA, we invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers.

What You Can Expect from ALPLA

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Childcare and dependent care savings programs
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Hands-on training and professional development
• A stable, growing company committed to sustainability

Ready to Build Your Future?

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is supported, and your career can grow with a global industry leader.

What Will You Enjoy Doing

• Lead regional deployment and sustainment of NEXT and Operational Excellence programs.
• Support development and execution of regional OPEX strategy and align initiatives across plants.
• Lead OPEX assessments and monitor implementation progress, maturity, and sustainability.
• Drive deployment of Process Stability, High-Class Standards, and established OPEX management systems.
• Partner with Corporate OPEX teams to align regional execution with global standards and priorities.

OPEX Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead, coach, and develop regional and local OPEX leaders, including performance and development planning
• Build OPEX capability through the region via training, coaching and development programs.
• Train and coach plant leadership teams on OPEX tools, methodologies, Lean thinking, and structured problem solving.
• Establish consistent expectations, assessment standards and accountability for OPEX resources.
• Promote cross-plant collaboration, knowledge sharing and replication of Good Practices.
• Lead and support regional continuous improvement initiatives, including high-priority plant performance and recovery efforts
• Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, strategy deployment sessions and structured improvement activities
• Coach plant teams in problem solving, implementation and sustainment of improvement actions
• Oversee the regional improvement project portfolio and ensure alignment with business priorities
• Partner with Operations Controlling to establish project measurement requirements and validate improvement results and benefit realization

What Makes You Great

Education:

• 4-year degree (STEM discipline preferred) or 15 years of relevant operational excellence related experience

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. Ideal assignments include process analysis, supply chain, operations and lean management

Skills:

• Knowledge of Project Management; experience leading projects
• Understanding of statistical tools and techniques
• Knowledge of enterprise software and data management systems (preferred)
• Social and interpersonal skills; good understanding of basics from behavioral economics
• Strategic and entrepreneurial thinking; ability to see things in terms of holistic view
• Able to handle multi-task environment with excellent organizational skills.

Certifications/Licenses:

• N/A

Other Requirement(s):

• N/A

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job:

• Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear
• Occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low

It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA). #salaried #MCD

ALPLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ALPLA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ALPLA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ALPLA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics

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