Site Manager

International Paper; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 137,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Short-term disability

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Site Manager to lead plant operations, focusing on safety, reliability, cost, and quality. You will oversee production teams and drive continuous improvement, ensuring OSHA compliance while meeting targets.

The role requires a proven track record in production management, strong leadership, and the ability to align processes and assets with corporate goals within a global packaging leader.

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in production management.
• In-depth manufacturing knowledge including corrugating and converting equipment.
• OSHA compliance knowledge and safety leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant performance including safety, cost, uptime, quality, waste and process reliability.
• Ensure OSHA requirements and safety methods are followed.
• Coordinate site efforts with Complex General Manager and other facilities.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term plans to reduce costs and become a low-cost provider.
• Manage direct reports across customer service, production, quality, shipping, scheduling and maintenance.
• Build and maintain an effective team and organizational structure to maximize performance.
• Manage plant assets and align with strategic plans.

Skills

Production management

Functional/technical skills

Action oriented

Builds Effective Teams

Business Insight

Career ambition

Courage

Directs Work

Drives Engagement

Drives Results

Interpersonal savvy

Manages Ambiguity

Manages Complexity

Optimizes Work Processes

Resourcefulness

Strategic Mindset

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Title:

Site Manager

Pay Rate:

$137,400 - $183,200

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 and long-term incentive plans.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

The Job You Will Perform:

• Accountable for overseeing plant performance as it relates to safety, cost, machine uptime, quality, waste and overall process reliability, while overseeing employees and fostering effective teams.
• Committed to a safe work environment and ensures that all IP safety and health reliable methods and federal and state OSHA requirements are in place and followed.
• Coordinates site efforts through Complex General Manager, other complex facilities to achieve quality targets, volume expectations, and delivery requirements.
• Works with Complex General Manager to develop and implement short- and long-term plans to become a low-cost producer and preferred supplier for customers.
• Manages direct reports in customer service, production, quality, shipping, scheduling and maintenance departments.
• Develops and maintains an effective team and organizational structure, through personal involvement, to maximize performance and drive superior customer and employee satisfaction.
• Manages plant assets and aligns with strategic plans.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Minimum 6 years’ experience in production management, with industry experience.
  • Proven in-depth manufacturing knowledge including manufacturing processes and corrugating and converting equipment.
• Functional/technical skills
• Action oriented
• Builds Effective Teams
• Business Insight
• Career ambition
• Courage
• Directs Work
• Drives Engagement
• Drives Results
• Interpersonal savvy
• Manages Ambiguity
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Resourcefulness
• Strategic Mindset

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 125 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. 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].