Remote Lean Excellence Project Leader

International Paper; United States; Remote; USD 137,400 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

International Paper is looking for a Project Manager of Lean Excellence to lead continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives. The role requires significant travel and a strong background in manufacturing and lean methodologies.

As a key change agent, you will implement lean tools, facilitate problem-solving, and partner with mill teams to improve performance metrics. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role. Join us to make a meaningful impact within a diverse and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience with proven change leadership skills.
• Demonstrated success utilizing and deploying lean tools.
• Ability to influence without formal authority across multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Implement lean tools and methodologies across the Containerboard business.
• Drive waste elimination, process flow optimization, and variation reduction.
• Lead and coach CI events through hands-on participation.

Skills

Change leadership skills

Lean tools utilization

Analytical skills

Coaching skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

International Paper is looking for a Project Manager of Lean Excellence to lead continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives. The role requires significant travel and a strong background in manufacturing and lean methodologies.

As a key change agent, you will implement lean tools, facilitate problem-solving, and partner with mill teams to improve performance metrics. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role. Join us to make a meaningful impact within a diverse and inclusive culture.