Title:  Plant Sr Manager

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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.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

JOB SUMMARY:

Manufacturing Plant Management is accountable for all processes/teams associated with manufacturing, engineering, and production across the plant including: Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Production Operations, Manufacturing Repair & Maintenance Operations, Manufacturing Production Planning & Control, Quality, Environmental and Employee Health & Safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individuals in these roles primarily focus on directing, leveraging, and guiding the work of others, and mobilizing resources.
• Leaders typically manage two or more direct reports.
• Responsible for the monitoring and achievement of operational and/or financial results for their area of responsibility.
• Responsible for people management actions such as hiring, terminating, rewarding, training, and developing employees.
• Progression within the levels reflects increase in scope and responsibilities as well as growth in business and industry experience, process and people leadership capabilities, and broad technical expertise.
• Manages subordinate management and/or experienced specialist employees who exercise significant latitude and independence.
• Often heads one or more departments.
• Allocates resources to align with business objectives and annual business plans.
• Works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives.
• Requires a comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles in own discipline and knowledge of other disciplines.
• Solves complex problems leveraging resources within or outside the organization.
• Implements strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Applies knowledge of key business drivers and factors that maximize performance to area of responsibility.
• Establishes operating policies and procedures that affect departments and subordinate sections and work units.
• Interprets company-wide policies and procedures.
• Develops and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
• Assignments are objective oriented; work is reviewed in terms of meeting the organization's objectives and timelines.
• Decisions have an extended impact on work processes and outcomes.
• Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results may cause critical delays and modifications to projects or operations and substantial expenditure of resources. 
• Interacts frequently with internal and external leadership and senior-level customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and/or contractual clarifications. 
• Leads briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives.

SAFE QUALITY FOOD RESPONSIBILITIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred; 3+ years of plant leadership experience in a similar environment in lieu of a degree 
• 3+ years leading a manufacturing plant with full site accountability 
• Ability to manage end-to-end plant operations (production, maintenance, quality, EHS) 
• Strong business acumen with demonstrated P&L ownership, budgeting experience, and a track record of improving financial and operational performance 
• Experience leading and developing cross-functional leadership teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment; union experience preferred 
• Experience working in manufacturing environments or related industries 
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives 
• Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus 
• Knowledge of SQF or comparable quality standards

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.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Business acumen
• Curiosity
• Interpersonal skills
• Tenacity
• Influence skills
• Self-starter
• Negotiation skills
• Organization skills
• Results oriented

Pay Range:   $164,100.00 - $218,800.00

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 accommodations@graphicpkg.com. 

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