Operations Manager Requisition ID: 7574 Location: Gresham, OR, US, 97230 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.** **MISSION / SUMMARY:** The Operations Manager oversees manufacturing processes, coordinates and supervises production supervisors and personnel to meet/exceed the company’s key performance indicators (Safety, Quality, and Productivity). This includes managing optimal production equipment to produce a product that meets or exceeds our customer’s expectations. This includes, but not limited to safety, equipment, production and quality, continuous improvement, development and management of its human resources and any other duties as assigned. They understand and align business operations & manufacturing as he/she executes their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives. **JOB FUNCTIONS** : + Establish manufacturing quality standards, methods, facilities, policies and procedures by studying product requirements; obtaining engineering consultation and determining equipment and facility budget. + Organize the plant’s production function by assigning responsibilities; delegating tasks, and the training and development of employees. + Facilitate production by coordinating requirements with sales, quality, and customer service. + Complete production plan by establishing priorities, scheduling activities and monitoring progress; revising schedules, and resolving problems. + Maintain staff performance expectations by coaching, counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. + Achieve financial objectives by preparing manufacturing and maintenance scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiate corrective actions. + Incorporate and foster continuous improvement by developing metrics with plant employees to determine the root cause of non-conformity with formulations or production planning; identify corrective measures to reduce waste (time and materials) in the plant; recommend preventative maintenance requirements to guarantee safe and efficient operation of equipment. + Lead the plant in safety initiatives and deployment of HSE policies and practices. + Understand and comply with GPI Policies, Safety, Core Values, Continuous Improvement, Employee Training, etc. + Responsible for the development, implementation, review, maintenance, communications of SQF 2000 policies, as designated by the SQF practitioner. + Participate in the annual plant review of Safe Quality Foods (SQF) system, internal audit/schedule. + Coordination of SQF type Root Cause / Corrective Actions activities. + Validation and verification of SQF controls with determined frequency/schedule. + This position has full responsibility for the development and maintenance of SQF related documents and records as designated by the SQF practitioner. + Other duties as assigned **BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:** + Must have 5 or more years’ experience in a folding carton packaging industry or similar manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Supervisory/Management experience + Experience working with high volume printing and converting equipment. + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office + SAP experience a plus. + Continuous Improvement Agility - Improve Safety, Cost, Productivity, Quality & Morale + Coachable - willingness to make changes daily as required **EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:** + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year College or University; Mechanical, Engineering or manufacturing discipline preferred. + Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, successful track record in cost savings initiatives (Safety, Waste, Continuous Improvement) + Trained or knowledge of SQF prerequisites including GMP, Food Defense, etc. **SCHEDULE DEMANDS:** + General schedule is an 8+-hour M-F assignment, however, employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; 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. Must be willing to work weekend duty. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** + Frequent, bending, stooping, squatting, as well as frequent movement throughout the facility for extended periods of time up to 8+-hour + Occasional Lifting up to 20 lbs. + Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. + Use of various office, hand tools or electrical equipment + Employee is required to wear steel toe shoes, safety glasses and hearing protecting when in the manufacturing area. + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and times of increased heat and humidity. + The noise level in the immediate work environment is normally quiet, however requires exposure to a noisy manufacturing environment. **KEY COMPETENCIES:** + Action Oriented + Conflict Management + Developing Direct Reports + Priority Setting + Interpersonal Savvy + Integrity and Trust + Problem Solving **GPI’s Benefit Program** + **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** **Applicants will be accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.** **This role is incentive plan eligible. Additional information will be shared during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, past experience, job duties, geography, and business need, among other things.** **Pay Range:** **$123,795.00** - **$165,060.00** **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:** Portland Oregon