Production Manager

Job Requisition #: 035026 Production Manager (Open)

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at  and follow Greif on Instagram and Linked In.

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Summary:

Supervises larger, more complex teams of colleagues who perform multiple types of production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.) within our Tubes & Cores facility in Austell, GA. Responsibilities typically include setting goals and objectives for team members, making staffing decisions for team, and evaluating achievement of operational results. Ensures policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed.

Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, with previous supervisory experience.

• Day Shift Supervises the day to day activities of a more complex and possibly multi-line production operation and monitors colleague productivity.
• Effectively implements new performance management systems, production plans and performance criteria.
• Runs shift meetings, confirms production progress and responds to delays.
• Creates and implements group improvement plans.
• Ensures team understands roles and responsibilities as it relates to the team and to Greif.
• Encourages joint problem solving, personal safety, and individual development.
• Supports Greif mission, follows values of Greif and works to better Greif’s business as a whole.
• Implements and enforces compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Arrange work schedules to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintains knowledge of processes and equipment.
• Troubleshoots complex or advanced issues that arise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Typicaly possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, with previous supervisory experience.
• Production leadership experience in a manufacturing environment required.

• In-depth understanding of production operation and processes.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organization skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

The pay range for this position is $81,800.00 - $ annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between
95,000.00 to annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

• Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

EEO Statement:

Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.