Regional Plant Operations Manager - Manufacturing
About the role
IPG is seeking a results-driven Regional Operations Manager to lead operations across a portion of our Protective Packaging division. This role will provide strategic and operational leadership across three manufacturing sites and drive performance through strong safety practices, disciplined processes, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute regional strategy to achieve operational, financial, and safety objectives
- Drive productivity improvements, cost optimization, and waste reduction initiatives across all sites
- Champion world-class safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements
- Partner with Plant Managers and business leaders to resolve operational challenges and optimize performance
- Oversee staffing strategy, organizational effectiveness, and succession planning for the region
- Lead the implementation of standardized systems, including lean manufacturing and performance systems (e.g., IPG Performance System)
- Maintain financial performance, including P&L, and ensure alignment with budget targets
- Analyze and drive improvements using key operational metrics and KPIs
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across all sites
- Ensure consistent execution of company policies, procedures, and operational standards
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated experience driving operational excellence and performance systems (Lean, TPS, or similar)
- Strong background in safety leadership and process discipline
- Experience leading multi-site operations and geographically dispersed teams
- Proven ability to influence leaders, develop teams, and drive accountability
- Strong financial acumen, including P&L management
- Experience in unionized environments is a plus
Qualifications
- Operational rigor from organizations known for best-in-class safety and disciplined processes
- Strategic thinker who can translate vision into execution across multiple sites
- Thrives in complex environments and excels at aligning teams toward common goals
- Comfortable challenging the status quo and driving measurable change
Skills
- Operational leadership
- Safety leadership
- Financial acumen
- Team management
- Process improvement
Benefits
At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.
Pay
Competitive pay
Schedule
Flexible work schedule
Benefits
- Extensive benefits that support you and your family
- Continuous training and career development opportunities
- Supportive workplace culture
- Eco-friendly product design and waste minimization
- Stable, secure environment