Director of Manufacturing Operations

Pay Range

Base salary for the Manufacturing Operations Director position is $150,000 – $200,000 per year.

• Annual Bonus

Fischer Paper Products is a family-owned company with 53 years of experience manufacturing high-quality, food-safe paper packaging for the food service industry.

The Manufacturing Operations Director will report directly to the President/Owner and lead a cross‑functional team to drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and growth.

• Lead and execute on initiatives that improve safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people metrics.
• Manage manufacturing budgets, capital expenditures, and financial performance.
• Drive supply chain improvements, demand planning, inventory, logistics, and S&OP processes.
• Partner with engineering, quality, maintenance, and supply chain to implement best practices and technology solutions.
• Develop and mentor a high‑performance culture focused on learning, transparency, engagement, and inclusion.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, OSHA, preventive maintenance, housekeeping, and brand representation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing operations experience in paper, packaging, printing, or converting industry.
• 7+ years of management experience and 5+ years leading cross‑functional teams to transform operations.
• Strong team development, change management, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• PMP Project Management certification preferred;
  Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing certifications preferred.
• Proven success driving lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Expertise in ERP systems, business intelligence tools, and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative leadership style.

• Strong career advancement potential.
• Business casual work environment.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, and company‑sponsored medical reimbursement program.
• 401(k) with employer matching.

Fischer Paper Products is building a people‑first organization with plans to grow to 200 team members over the next 3–5 years.

If you are a hands‑on leader passionate about operational excellence and collaboration,
apply today.

Director

Full‑time

Production, Management, and Manufacturing

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing