Process Improvement Manager

Pay Rate: $79,900 - $106,500 (Midpoint). Multiple factors, including individual experience, skills, and abilities, will determine placement within the pay range. Eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan with potential for additional financial awards.

About the Role

Responsible for establishing an operating environment that embraces continuous improvement processes. Leads facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems and facilitation of the plant safety committee and initiatives. Works with supervisors and operating teams to improve manufacturing and quality systems, emphasizing the use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide support by leading the plant safety team and initiatives, including safety audits, incident investigations, and safety orientation for new hires.
• Understand and ensure compliance with OSHA/EPA regulations.
• Manage internal auditing processes.
• Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.
• Actively participate in the New Item process, customer audits, and communication.
• Maintain knowledge of customer-specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in a corrugated or converting environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing, and managing high-performance work systems and teams.
• Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies.

Skills

• Builds Effective Teams
• Business Insight
• Drives Results
• Courage
• Customer Focus
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes

Schedule

Full-Time, Salaried.

Location

Salinas, CA.