Plant General Manager, Twin Cities

Physical Location: 2425 Terminal Road, Roseville, MN 55113

About the Role

Responsible for the safety of all plant team members and contractors; including setting the vision and expectations, the implementation of corporate and business safety initiatives, the adherence to company safety expectations, and the development, execution and monitoring of plant specific safety plans and results.

Responsible for the financial performance of the business (P&L responsibility). Manage commercial sales development and execution through modern processes and the two Recycling Sales Reps whose primary role is to sell plant recycling services to new and existing customers. Develop a thorough understanding of the local Recycling market and develop a commercial go-to-market plan based upon IP’s Market Based Value Creation program.

Responsible for the plant’s staffing, operational efficiency, maintenance and cost control measures. Effectively communicate operating plans, performance goals and expectations to plant team members. Support the business mission and vision by modeling desired behaviors, communicating and reinforcing key messages through daily activities and interactions.

Responsible for leading and directing the development, training, and performance of plant team members. Accountable for effective management of human resources and physical plant assets. Accountable for capital project planning and implementation of approved projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and experience (preferred)
• Management experience: ability to influence and lead all levels of an organization
• High ethical standards
• Experience in managing the P&L of a business unit
• Commercial sales experience
• Proven commitment to safety and safety processes
• Ability to utilize workflow and process reliability to implement process improvements
• Manufacturing supervision experience (preferred)
• Knowledge and experience managing a fiber recycling facility (preferred)
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Skills

• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Builds Effective Teams
• Customer Focus
• Directs Work
• Instills Trust
• Drives Engagement
• Manages Complexity
• Business Insight
• Develops Talent
• Drives Results
• Courage
• Plans & Aligns

Benefits

• 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
• Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

Pay

$101,000 - $134,600. Multiple factors, including individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

About Us

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

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.