Graphic Packaging International · 4 days ago
VP & Resident Mill Manager
Graphic Packaging International is one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for recognized brands. The Mill Manager oversees day-to-day operations, including P&L responsibility, safety, and quality, while driving a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Consumer GoodsCustomer ServiceManufacturingPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Accountable for oversight of all day to day operations including overall P&L responsibility, safety, quality, production and maintenance
Drive a coordinated, metrics-driven, results-oriented culture of operations excellence based on a foundation of accountability, respect, continuous improvement, quality and safety
Address potential strategic, tactical and operational issues to ensure future growth and success
Establish a successfully integrated operating rhythm with division leadership (Mill and Converting), local organization and functional business partners (Finance, HR, Procurement, etc.) relative to coordinated project and capital management, schedule fulfillment, annual planning and quality
Prepare major capital project requests and manage to execution on time and budget
Champion best demonstrated practices throughout the Mill Division
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 15 years work experience in the paper industry demonstrating progressively increasing responsibility in integrated mill paper making
Significant experience in the entire papermaking process from stock prep to the customer
Operations management experience
Proven track record of improving mill operations
Experience with industrial machinery and control systems
Thorough understanding of analytical problem solving methodology
Previous successful experience as a Mill Manager, Plant Manager, or Production Manager
A minimum of a 4 year BS degree in Engineering, Paper Sciences or an equivalent degree in related technical field
Demonstrated success in leading multiple turnaround situations in production, talent and culture including establishing goals, driving accountability at all levels across the organization, proactively addressing deficiencies, rewarding performance accomplishments
Demonstrated excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
Proven success in attracting, retaining, developing talent and addressing personnel performance issues to achieve an optimal organization structure for delivering operational excellence
Passion and demonstrated success as a coach and mentor for less experienced and high potential employees
Proven analytical skills, fact-based decision making record, high learning agility, ability to quickly assimilate complex information and make a good decision without all of the facts and solid computer proficiency
Demonstrated ability to leverage expertise to optimize and empower quality team and individual decision making
Demonstrated success in leading a balanced, purpose driven workforce including inspiring focused, value-added work product from all employees while respecting our company culture that recognizes balance in employees' needs to participate in personal endeavors and involvement in their communities
General schedule is an 8-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing and able to work alternate schedules regularly; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so
Occasional overnight travel to include flying, driving, riding or by rail
Ability to travel up to 25% depending on meetings and project requirements
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 8-hours
Occasional Lifting up to 20 lbs
Reading computer screen or other electronic devices
Use of various office hand and electrical tools or equipment
Use of ladders and stairs in the mill environment
Integrity & Trust
Action Oriented
Drive for Results
Managerial Courage
Drives Engagement
Priority Setting
Problem Solving
Managing through Systems
Preferred
Paper Experience, back-end, fully integrated mill operations preference
Managed an integrated mill ($300 - $500MM equipment) with minimum 400 employees
Demonstrates a strategic mindset, operational excellence mindset and continuous improvement
High learning agility and ability to navigate ambiguity, while delivering results
Tangible results of leading a major project or significantly move the needle within the business
Experience leading a team through relentless routines (has a set of go-to systems to deploy)
Experience coaching & developing Manager and above talent
Benefits
Competitive Pay
401(k) w/employer matching
Health & Welfare Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Various Voluntary benefits
Adoption Assistance Program
Employee Discount Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year
Company
Graphic Packaging International
Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, designs and produces consumer packaging, made primarily from renewable or recycled materials.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.29B2024-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2021-03-01Post Ipo Debt· $794M
1992-12-18IPO
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