Manufacturing Associate Manager - Paper Machine

Manufacturing Associate Manager - Paper Machine

Manufacturer: Graphic Packaging International

Graphic Packaging International is a leading producer of paperboard and paper‑based packaging. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, the company employs over 25,000 people worldwide and is committed to environmental responsibility, diversity, and workplace safety.

The Manufacturing Associate Manager is responsible for direct supervision of paper machine production, quality, maintenance coordination, and safety. The role includes hourly employee supervision on shift and indirect oversight of off‑shift staff. Duties involve safety, quality, process, and mechanical checks; ensuring staffing, monitoring operations, preparing reports, scheduling, and addressing mechanical and personnel issues. The manager serves as a bridge between management and frontline employees to meet company goals while fostering a positive work environment.

• Provides leadership and supervision to production work teams and serves as the link to plant management. Facilitates team meetings and works with team members to develop their full potential.
• Supervises and facilitates day‑to‑day shift activities, provides training, oversees scheduling, material handling, maintenance, and resolves production problems.
• Maintains a safe work environment, encourages safety practices, and supports the Health, Safety & Environmental Manager.
• Ensures product quality, production efficiencies, and overall productivity meet or exceed established standards.
• Strives to be technically proficient on the machinery; assists the team in problem resolution and ensures testing and development are professional.
• Ensures compliance with all facility food safety, defense, and quality policies.
• Supports GPI’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values and involvement in LEAN, 5S, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement programs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Strives to clearly understand customer requirements and deliver results to meet or exceed customer expectations.

• Extensive communication, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Managerial courage and time‑management ability.
• BS in Paper Science or Chemical Engineering preferred; other engineering degrees considered.
• Continuous Improvement – Lean Six‑Sigma or related knowledge preferred.

• Must work rotating 12‑hour shift schedule.
• Will directly manage 24/7 operation via direct reports.
• Occasional overnight travel, including flying, driving, riding, or rail.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Handle awkward and repetitive movements.
• Routine lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Climb ladders and stairs; operate in fluctuating temperature environments.
• Read computer screens or other electronic devices.

• Integrity & Trust
• Action Oriented
• Drive for Results
• Managerial Courage
• Intellectual Horsepower
• Priority Setting
• Problem Solving
• Managing through Systems

$92,530.00 – $

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.  

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