Manufacturing Manager - Paper Machine

West Monroe, LA

This position is critical to the managing the safe and reliable operations of equipment in the paper machine area of the mill.

Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Assistant Superintendent for paper machine area
• Implement and maintain best practice strategies for the department.
• Support production teams for (2) paper machines, filling in directly for vacancies as needed.
• Assist in preparation and maintaining department budgets.
• Identify projects for new capital investments, cost reduction and equipment refurbishment.
• Determine training needs and administer appropriate training programs for salaried and hourly employees on Paper Machines to function in the most reliable manner. Work directly with department trainer to complete training needs for the department.
• Provide leadership with problem-solving strategies and execution of key performance objectives.

• Five (5) years of supervisory experience in the pulp and paper industry, preferably with Paper Machine Experience.
• Coated paperboard experience preferred.
• Wet end/fourdrinier experience preferred.

• Bachelor of Science, Engineering.

• This position requires key competencies that include: an individual with strong communication and problem solving skills, demonstrated leadership and collaboration in a team environment, persistence and enthusiasm to get the job done, planning and organizational skills, analytical thinking skills, strategic planning, quality orientation and a commitment to excellence, and superior interpersonal people skills. The successful candidate must exhibit proven ability to self-manage in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
  
  Lean Implementation experience and knowledge of six sigma principles will also be needed.

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Business Acumen

Curiosity

Interpersonal Skills

Influence Skills

Self-Starter

Negotiation Skills

Organization Skills

Results Oriented

$ - $

Pay Range: $ - $

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email

We value partnerships and maintain a strict process for engaging external agencies. Due to compliance requirements, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. Agencies must be fully onboarded and have an active, executed agreement in place with Graphic Packaging to submit candidates for open positions. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Graphic Packaging, and no recruitment fees will be owed.

Requisition: 16288