Converting Manager Empower, Plymouth, MN

Converting Manager Empower, Plymouth, MN
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Posted Date: January 1, 2026

Status: Full Time

Synopsis: POSITION SUMMARY:
The Converting Manager, Empower Label is responsible for leading the label Converting Center of Excellence production facility in Plymouth, MN. This leader must have technical expertise in the various aspects of pressure-sensitive label converting and have a proven track record of successfully leading, mentoring, and directing production teams to maintain the operational excellence and high-quality products synonymous with the Empower Label brand.

WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, exempt position, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with additional hours as needed to meet the demands of the business.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow and enforce all Company safety policies and safety procedures in order to maintain a safe work environment.
• Follow and enforce all Company policies, rules and regulations.
• Act as a professional representative of Wausau Coated Products, Inc. at all times.
• Operate as a safety advocate for self and all Empower team members.
• Maintain a safety-first working environment through compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Direct and manage all day-to-day operations of the production floor ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Oversee all manufacturing processes related to label converting including prepress, analog and digital printing, converting, and packaging for end-use ready customer applications.
• Oversee shipping and receiving warehouse operation including same-day parcel pick-and-ship program.
• Drive operational efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives using standardized work procedures and lean principles.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in die-cutting, perforation, sheeting, fan fold, and variable print manufacturing processes.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a diverse production team to achieve efficiency and quality through a positive, results-oriented and customer-focused work environment.
• Manage shift schedules, timecards, performance reviews, and training programs to develop team skills and capabilities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive leadership experience in a pressure-sensitive label converting operation.
• Hands-on knowledge of label converting processes including die-cutting, perforation, sheeting, fan fold, and printing.
• Excellent problem solving and analytic skills particularly in the troubleshooting of converting equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of lean concepts in a manufacturing environment a plus.
• MS Office software proficiency and a willingness to learn additional software. Label Traxx or other label ERP experience a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to travel (5%) to customers, suppliers, and WCP remote locations as needed.> /li>

Specific Skills, Licensure and

Certifications:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, and procedure manuals. Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to concepts algebra, trigonometry, geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form Ability to with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Displays good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence and professionalism in representing the Company.
• Willingness to be a team player.
• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and work well under pressure.