VP Operations - Packaging

Wisconsin-based Multi-Site Packaging Manufacturing | Transformational Leadership Opportunity

Are you ready to lead one of the largest and most sophisticated packaging manufacturing networks in North America?

We have been retained by a highly respected, financially strong packaging platform seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead a large multi-site corrugated manufacturing and converting network across the U.S.

• Significant executive visibility
• Large-scale operational responsibility
• Strong capital investment support
• A culture committed to innovation and modernization
• The ability to shape strategy – not just execute it

• Lead a large multi-plant manufacturing network across the U.S.
• Drive operational transformation, automation, Lean initiatives, and footprint optimization
• Partner directly with executive leadership on long‑term growth strategy
• Influence safety, quality, service, productivity, and margin improvement at scale
• Join an organization making major investments in technology, equipment, and operational excellence
• High‑impact role with meaningful runway for long‑term career growth

• Lead multi‑site corrugated and converting operations
• Drive continuous improvement and operational rigor across the network
• Build and develop high‑performing operations leadership teams
• Improve throughput, cost structure, customer performance, and scalability
• Partner cross‑functionally with Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, and Engineering
• Champion a culture of accountability, safety, and execution

• Corrugated packaging experience required
• 15+ years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership
• Strong multi‑site operations experience
• Proven success driving Lean transformation and operational improvement
• Executive presence with the ability to influence at all levels

• Enterprise‑level impact
• Highly visible leadership role
• Ability to modernize and transform operations
• Strong compensation and long‑term upside
• Work for a stable, growth‑oriented organization investing heavily in the future
• Opportunity to leave a lasting operational legacy

• +/-$300K salary (on experience) plus bonus

This is not a maintenance role.

This is a chance to build, transform, and lead at scale.