Manufacturing Associate Manager – Paper Machine

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

. Supervise and direct 11–15 employees .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeMacon • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $96,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in supervising production teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in performance management, employee development, and effective communication within a manufacturing environment.

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Paper Machine Supervisory ExperienceContinuous Improvement – Lean Six-SigmaPerformance ManagementEmployee DevelopmentMicrosoft Office

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Hard Skills

Production Performance ManagementKPI MonitoringSafety ComplianceQuality AssuranceProblem SolvingJob Standards AuditingCrew TrainingAccident InvestigationDisciplinary Action ManagementShift Scheduling

Soft Skills

People SkillsOrganizational SkillsMotivational SkillsCommunication SkillsEmployee Engagement

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentISO StandardsLabor RelationsHousekeepingProduction Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise and direct 11–15 employees
Plan and control production performance using key performance indicators
Ensure compliance with safety rules, customer quality requirements, and production specifications
Lead and participate in plant safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts
Develop employees' skills according to work instructions
Communicate daily with the shift and direct day-to-day shift activities
Ensure schedules and releases are met
Manage performance and disciplinary actions when required
Prepare and distribute daily shift reports
Conduct daily audits for safety, housekeeping, basic care rounds, and job standards
Communicate identified problems and status updates to support teams and crews
Monitor shift performance across safety, environment, overtime, housekeeping, quality, cull, and production efficiency KPIs
Lead problem solving and develop countermeasures with crew members
Complete shift accident investigations within 24 hours and ensure corrective action
Manage job assignments and crew training plans
Mentor and coach operations personnel on paper machine fundamentals and technical skills
Foster employee engagement and behavior-based safety processes
Liaise with department managers to optimize mill production
Partner with technical training to maintain current operator training programs
Promote ISO standards throughout the department
Administer and implement labor relations through consultation with Human Resources
Lead problem-solving strategies and key performance objectives
Sponsor employee ownership to support common production goals
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Five to seven years of previous Paper Machine Supervisory Experience preferred
Good people skills and ability to influence people
Good organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Able to motivate people to perform at a higher level
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
SAP experience is a plus
Bachelor's degree a plus or 5+ years of supervision
Five to seven years of previous supervisory skills; manufacturing environment preferred
Continuous Improvement – Lean Six-Sigma, Lean/Six Sigma knowledge preferred
Must be willing to work 1 of 4 12-hour rotating shifts, including early mornings, nights, and/or weekends
Must be punctual while working alternate schedules

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation and benefits programs described as among the industry's best
Equal opportunity and inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process
Disability accommodation support