Manufacturing Management Associate - Leadership Development Program

We are looking for motivated individuals who have a solid professional foundation and an interest in growing their career with our world-class manufacturing company . This program is intended to expand your knowledge and skills through a variety of hands-on manufacturing and business experiences and to develop you as a future leader in International Paper.

The Manufacturing Management Associate Program offers a unique leadership pathway , with opportunities now available at several of our 160+ U.S. manufacturing plants. These facilities manufacture sustainable packaging solutions for local and national customers.

- Active participation in rotations related to manufacturing, customer service, planning, maintenance, environmental, safety, sales, front line supervision as well as other managerial and administrative functions

- Develop knowledge of key manufacturing metrics and their impacts on the business; Seek opportunities to enhance performance to best in class

- Leading special projects and development of solutions related to safety, process improvement, quality, capacity balance, workflow, planning and logistics issues

- Continue to develop and improve safety systems to include ownership, communication, training, recognition, safety audits and behavioral based safety practices

- Work with supervisors and operating teams to ensure continuous improvement through manufacturing reliability tools ; facilitate task teams to address performance gaps at facility

- Support and implementation of standard division systems and tools to accomplish operating objectives

- Assist in plant operations, troubleshooting, process improvement , and equipment upgrades to achieve facility objectives

- Coaching, training and engaging employees on process improvement and the impact on business results

- Assist Sales Representatives on customer interactions regarding capability, product offerings, quality, systems and service

- Actively participate in leadership development opportunities as presented

- Bachelor's degree is required (preferably in Engineering or Business).

- Previous experience with a manufacturing company, targeting 2+ years

- Candidate's ability to relocate is essential and translates to increased opportunities for selection and advancement.

- Successful candidates will possess the leadership skills to command a team, the process management skills to drive results, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and communicate within a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.