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MISSION / SUMMARY: This position provides direct leadership to production teams and is an integral part of plant management driving performance to achieve results consistent with company direction and goals.   This key position has oversight of production improvements and supports safe operations and operational efficiency. JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include but are not limited to the following. Leader in Safety program implementation and improvements. Provides Technical expertise by working with Operations; Maintenance; Quality; Customer Services; Finance and Customers. Provides support implementing best practices to improve safety, quality, and productivity and cost reduction. ~ Provides strong leadership and teamwork to make a quality product while ensuring a safe and efficient operation. ~ Attends and participates in department meetings as scheduled. ~ Possesses strong communication skills, and be able to work well on teams and individually. ~ Leader in Standard work and operate by the Centerline/ guideline processes. Strong in problem solving and implementing sustainable solutions. Helps train and professionally develop staff members. Examines procedures and recommends changes to improve safety, quality, and operating efficiency, and to maximize productivity.  Plans and executes trials to achieve desired results. Participates in various team activities (Safety, Lean-sigma, etc.), providing leadership to keep team goals and results consistent with company direction. ~ Leads team in implementation of structured troubleshooting and problem techniques such as Kepner- Tregoe. ~ Fulfills duties of Manufacturing Manager in their absence (vacations, training, etc.) on an as needed basis. Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE: A minimum of 5 years leadership/supervisory experience in the paper industry. Minimum of seven (7) years previous production experience on paper machines. Demonstrated involvement in the implementation of safety initiatives. BS in Paper Science or Chemical engineering preferred but other engineering degree will be considered. Continuous Improvement – Lean Six-Sigma, Lean/Six Sigma knowledge preferred. SKILLS: Dynamic, flexible team player with demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop others. Good Interpersonal skills and ability the to influence people and build a strong, positive team culture. Proficient with Word, Excel, and other software applications as required for the business. Strong organizational skills. Excellent written and oral communications skills Proficient with Microsoft Office and other software applications as required for the business. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Occasional Lifting up to 20 lbs. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 8-hours. Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment KEY COMPETENCIES: Integrity & Trust Action Oriented Drive for Results Managerial Courage Intellectual Horsepower Priority Setting Problem Solving Managing through Systems GRAPHIC PACKAGING INTERNATIONAL, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be Required Experience At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more about us at . Inspired Packaging. A World of Difference. Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law .

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