Manufacturing Supervisor

Pay Rate: $69,500 - $92,600. Multiple factors, including individual experience, skills, and abilities, will determine placement within the pay range. This role is eligible for variable pay and participation in IP’s annual incentive plan.

About the Role

Direct supervisor to one assigned shift of hourly employees. Responsible for supervision, direction, and leadership in safety, quality, productivity, and engagement to ensure goals are met.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees in the daily production of corrugated board, including training, planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Evaluate employee performance; reward and discipline employees.
• Promote safety, quality production, and teamwork; resolve conflicts.
• Lead and motivate employees by setting an example of superior behavior, attitude, and performance to ensure a safe work environment and a quality product.
• Effectively communicate operational information in both oral and written format at all levels: crew members, other supervisors, plant management, office personnel, and outside customers and vendors.
• Actively promote and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and other programs and initiatives utilized within the organization.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Prior experience in the corrugated packaging industry required.
• Two years of supervisory experience preferred.

Skills

• Action-oriented
• Customer Focused
• Developing Direct Reports
• Integrity and Trust
• Managerial Courage
• Organizational Skills
• Business Acumen
• Communications

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• 401(k) with 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

Schedule

Salaried Full-Time

Location

Tolleson Container Plant

Career Development

• Sales and Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities within a global company

Company Impact

International Paper continues to build a better future for people, the planet, and the company. IP has been a steward of sustainable practices across communities worldwide for over 125 years.

Company Culture

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces. Opportunities include:

• Safety Leadership Principles training
• Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC
• Encouragement to bring uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and a safety mindset to contribute to an increasingly diverse culture

About the Company

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products, including corrugated packaging and pulp for diapers, tissue, and other personal care products. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., the company employs approximately 38,000 colleagues globally, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa, and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion.