Operations Manager

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. Were one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the worlds 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 25000 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 industrys best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of wed love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

OPPORTUNITY:We are a folding carton manufacturing operation seeking managerial candidates to join our team as anOperations Manager.

MISSION/ SUMMARY:

Under general guidance plans directs and manages production operations of multiple departments to achieve operating goals and objectives consistent with Plant and Division objectives. Supports and assists Plant Manager in daily operations of facilities.

Job Functions:

• Develops recommends and implements operating policies and ensures the application of such policies.
• Coordinates and collaborates with all departments of the plant in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
• Manages employees by establishing performance goals allocating resources and assessing performance.
• Provides leadership directed at continuous improvement in safety quality and productivity.
• Provides leadership and direction to production management and employees to continuously improve quality reduce waste andincrease throughput.
• Assists and supports plant manager in all aspects.
• Drive the LEAN Sigma process throughout the facility improving organization housekeeping and inventory levels of raw materials andfinished goods.
• Serveas the Plant Champion focusing efforts on continual improvement and process change.
• Drive overall plant performanceand compliance with quality standards.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Business or related field; MBA preferred and 5-8 years of management/leadership experience in a folding carton packaging industry or similar manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Foresight creativity sense of urgency and good organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills.
• Technical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in LeanManufacturing is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills ability to motivate people.
• Must be quality conscious and customer oriented.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Outlook and Internet skills.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate process improvement teams.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
• Experience with managing a non-union environment.

LEADERSHIP SKILLS:

• Action Oriented / Drive for Results
• Dealing with Ambiguity
• Customer Focus
• Functional / Technical Skills
• Perseverance
• Planning and Priority Setting
• Problem Solving
• Composure
• Decision Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Conflict Management
• Timely Decision Making
• Total Work Systems
• Approachability
• Managerial Courage
• Intellectual Horsepower
• Written Communication
• Ethics and Values
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Process Management
• Drive for Results

Pay Range: $110900.00-$147900.00

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 .