Continuous Improvement Manager Requisition ID: 6195 Location: Clarksville, TN, US, 37040 Department: Manufacturing & Operations Travel: Up to 25% **If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying. (https://graphicpact2test.valhalla55.stage.jobs2web.com/)** **At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.** **With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.** **If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.** **A World of Difference. Made Possible.** **JOB SUMMARY:** The Quality Manager role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the Quality department and program to ensure the continuous production of products consistent with established standards. The Quality Manager understands and aligns business operations as they execute the role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial, and operational objectives. The Quality Manager shares an obligation to protect and strengthen Graphic Packaging International’s good reputation in its relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies. Furthermore, the Quality Manager acts consistently with GPI’s core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork. **EDUCATION PREFERRED:** + Bachelor’s degree (Production Management, Business Administration, or related field) strongly preferred; closely related work experience required in lieu of degree. **EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:** + 18 years or older, required + 5-7 years of progressive work experience in quality assurance, continuous improvement, or related field within a complex manufacturing environment; cup making or paper converting experience, preferred + 5-7 years of supervisor experience + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required to collaborate and communicate effectively with all levels of employees, various manufacturing, and staff departments within the facility, and with groups outside the facility. + Demonstrated ability to utilize time management and multi-tasking skills. + Software Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) and SAP and QAD. + Strong analytical, critical thinking and organizational skills, and detail orientation. + Demonstrated ability to implement creative solutions. Takes initiative and is self-directed. + High level of integrity to ensure accurate reporting of data. + Demonstrated ability to work independently without a great need of supervision. + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at one time + Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including motivation of team members and conflict resolution + Demonstrated knowledge of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, 5S or other discipline) + Demonstrated ability to coordinate activities with a variety of departments + Strong safety orientation Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation **Pay Range:** **$87,660.00** - **$116,910.00** **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 identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law. (http://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/Graphicpkg/SF\_eeo\_is\_the\_law\_federal\_poster.pdf)** **​** **Nearest Major Market:** Clarksville **Nearest Secondary Market:** Nashville