Process Improvement Manager

Description:

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Position Title:

Process Improvement Manager

Pay Rate :

$68,300 - $91,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift :

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

El Paso Container

9301 Billy the Kid Street

El Paso, TX 79907

Job Description:

International Paper’s El Paso, Texas box plant has an opportunity for a Process Improvement Manager (PIM). This role will utilize continuous and deliberate improvement methodologies to bring lasting change to operations and the facility overall. This position will work closely with production leadership within the organization to develop priorities and ensure that all employees are properly trained in the areas of machine operation, quality testing and continuous improvement. Effectiveness in this position will require leadership of non-subordinate employees working with and through them to develop and sustain systems. This position will report to the Manufacturing Manager and works collaboratively with other local leaders and PIM peers at other locations.

The Job You Will Perform:

• Responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process. The PIM is also responsible for leading the facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems and initiatives.

• Responsible for using the Manufacturing Reliability System, which is a plant-wide system that encompasses Inspection, Preventative Maintenance, Cleaning, productivity improvement (run rate) & Waste reduction.

• Integrally involved in waste reduction, productivity improvement and overall machine throughput

• Responsible for root cause analyses and corrective actions on quality and productivity failures. Collection and trending of data is essential in this area. Conveying this data to users would be the primary focus on a weekly basis. The PIM facilitates this effort and is the single point of accountability.

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the Container Internal Auditing System (CIA). CIA is a Microsoft access program designed to generate small audits of individual standardized tasks.

• Responsible for the Tracking Incidents & Credits System (TICS). This system facilitates the tracking of customer issues and routes communication for returns, allowances and defects.

• Champion the use of Lean tools like Kaizen, 5S and Machine setup reduction. Facilitate improvement events to reduce waste and variation within the process.

• Prepares the plant for various Food Safety and Key Element audits

• Facilitates and prepares for occasional customer visits, customer audits, press checks, recipesand communication. Maintain knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations and requirements.

• Actively participate in the New Item process

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• A minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience; preferably in the corrugated box industry

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and managing high performance work systems and teams

• Excellent communication skills (listening, writing, speaking) are required. Bilingual is a plus.

• Ability to analyze, problem solve, make good decisions and implement solutions

Key Competencies:

• Attention to Detail

• Analytical Ability

• Continuous and Deliberate Improvement

• Coaching, training & mentoring

• Drive for Results

• Command Skills

• Customer Focus

• Managing through Systems

• Problem Solving

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including 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, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build:

Process Management Leadership and improvement, leading to promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP .

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

El Paso TX 79907

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Location:

EL PASO, TX, US, 79907

Category: Manufacturing

Date: Sep 6, 2024

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