Manufacturing Management Associate – Leadership Development Program
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
- Relocation assistance is available.
- This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short –term incentive plan.
- Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
