Manufacturing Management Associate – Leadership Development Program

International PaperColumbia, SC
$82,000 - $92,000Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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

Benefits

  • 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
  • Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
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