Manufacturing Management Associate – Leadership Development Program

Manufacturing Management Associate – Leadership Development Program

Pay Range: $82,000 – $92,000

Category/Shift: Salaried Full-Time

Multiple positions are available. We are hiring in the following locations:

• Atglen, PA
• Atlanta, GA
• Aurora, IL
• Bell, CA
• Binghamton, NY
• Columbia, SC
• Crawfordsville, IN
• Dallas, TX
• Fort Smith, AR
• Gilroy, CA
• Lexington, SC
• Lincoln, IL
• Middletown, OH
• Murfreesboro, TN
• Omaha, NE
• Reading, PA
• Salinas, CA
• Sealy, TX
• Shakopee, MN
• St. Joseph, MO

Relocation assistance is available.

We are looking for motivated individuals who have a solid professional foundation and an interest in growing their career with our world‑class manufacturing company
. This program is intended to expand your knowledge and skills through a variety of hands‑on manufacturing and business experiences and to develop you as a future leader in International Paper.

The Manufacturing Management Associate Program offers a unique leadership pathway
, with opportunities now available at several of our 160+ U.S. manufacturing plants. These facilities manufacture sustainable packaging solutions for local and national customers.

• Active participation in rotations related to manufacturing, customer service, planning, maintenance, environmental, safety, sales, front line supervision as well as other managerial and administrative functions
• Develop knowledge of key manufacturing metrics and their impacts on the business;
  Seek opportunities to enhance performance to best in class
• Leading special projects and development of solutions related to safety, process improvement, quality, capacity balance, workflow, planning and logistics issues
• Continue to develop and improve safety systems to include ownership, communication, training, recognition, safety audits and behavioral based safety practices
• Lead teams of manufacturing personnel as appropriate
• Work with supervisors and operating teams to ensure continuous improvement through manufacturing reliability tools
  ; facilitate task teams to address performance gaps at facility
• Support and implementation of standard division systems and tools to accomplish operating objectives
• Assist in plant operations, troubleshooting, process improvement
  , and equipment upgrades to achieve facility objectives
• Coaching, training and engaging employees on process improvement and the impact on business results
• Assist Sales Representatives on customer interactions regarding capability, product offerings, quality, systems and service
• Actively participate in leadership development opportunities as presented

• Bachelor’s degree is required (preferably in Engineering or Business).
• Previous experience with a manufacturing company, targeting 2+ years
• Candidate’s ability to relocate is essential and translates to increased opportunities for selection and advancement.
• Successful candidates will possess the leadership
  skills to command a team, the process
  management
  skills to drive results, and the ability to effectively manage
  multiple
  priorities and communicate within a collaborative, fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

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.

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 reasona or .

Job Identification: 2003121

Job Schedule:

Full time