Continuous Improvement Manager

International Paper • Lithonia, GA

83d • $101,000 - $134,600

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Manager (CIM) is responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process. The CIM will lead the facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems and facilitation of the plant safety committee and initiatives. The role involves working with supervisors and operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems, while emphasizing the use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives. Additionally, the CIM will provide support by leading the plant safety team and supporting safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations, and safety orientation for new hires, while ensuring compliance with OHSA/EPA regulations. The position also includes managing internal auditing processes, monitoring the Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting, and actively participating in the New Item process, as well as customer audits and communication, maintaining knowledge of customer-specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing, preferably in a corrugated or converting environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing, and managing high performance work systems and teams.
• Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies.
• Strong process management skills.
• Drive for results.
• Ability to build effective teams.
• Strong command skills.
• Customer focus.
• Ability to manage through systems.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Establish an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process.
• Lead facility efforts in quality management and facilitate the plant safety committee.
• Work with supervisors and operating teams to improve manufacturing and quality systems.
• Lead the plant safety team and support safety initiatives.
• Manage internal auditing processes.
• Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.
• Participate in the New Item process and customer audits.

Benefits

• Health, welfare, and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability.
• 401(k) with company-funded retirement contributions.
• Paid Time Off.
• Education & Development including Tuition Reimbursement.
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance.
• Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision, and pets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees