Title:  Production Control Manager

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 Production Planning & Control work focuses on managing production to optimize the use
of resources and meet production schedules and standards including: Planning and controlling
production schedules and coordinating with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of
approved materials. Estimating and scheduling the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for
the production process. Researching, evaluating, and recommending changes to production processes,
systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization's production capabilities.

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.
 Maintain and control plant finished goods and raw material inventories.
 Manages experienced professionals and/or supervisors who exercise latitude and independence
in their assignments.
 Resolves customers issues with scheduling.
 Adapts departmental plans and priorities to meet short-term challenges.
 Works on issues of diverse scope; analysis of situations or data requires evaluation of a variety of
factors, including an understanding of concepts, theories, and principles in own discipline and a
basic knowledge of other disciplines.
 Solves problems following operational policies; understands the broader impact across the
department.
 Ensures production schedule meets customer shipment needs.
 Applies understanding of the business and how area of responsibility integrates with other areas
to achieve department objectives.
 Interprets and administers policies, processes, and procedures that may affect sections and
subordinate work units.
 Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements; may have budget
responsibilities.
 Assignments are defined by activities and objectives; work is reviewed upon completion for
adequacy in meeting objectives.
 Decisions impact work processes and outcomes.
 Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results may cause serious delays and considerable
expenditure of resources.
 Interacts frequently with internal personnel and outside representatives at various levels.
 Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives.
 Interaction typically concerns resolution of operational and scheduling issues.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred
• 3-5 years experience in a folding carton plant, or equivalent experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead
• Proficient with MicroSoft Office products

Pay Range:   $83,300.00 - $111,100.00

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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