Job Requirements

Qualifications:

In addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or a related field.  Master’s degree a plus
• At least 10 years of progressive job responsibilities working in a manufacturing environment  
• At least 5 years in a managerial role supervising multiple shifts
• Career goals should be plant manager and beyond
• Individual must be willing to relocate for growth/advancement opportunities
• Must be available to work various shifts if needed and be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support
• Approximately 10% overnight travel

Preferred Requirements:

• Packaging industry experience

Competencies:

• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to effectively solve problems both on an individual and collaborative approach
• Must believe in the team approach to solving problems and must have proven success in leading teams to resolve specific problems
• Working knowledge of SPC, Six Sigma, 5S, SMED and Lean Manufacturing
• Knowledge of PC’s and software programs Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of accounting and financial aspects of manufacturing
• The individual should possess superior people skills with a history of developing talent for progression within the organization

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl  
• The associate may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus
• Working Conditions
• Will be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting in a plant environment as well as in an office.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic.  
• The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures.
• The noise level is frequently loud.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Possible Equivalent Military Titles: Administrative Officer; Chief Staff Officer; Management Analyst and Planner; Purchasing and Contracting Manager; Medical Plans and Operations Officer.