• 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
• Lead teams of manufacturing personnel as appropriate
• 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

• 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
• Bachelor’s degree is required (preferably in Engineering or Business)
• Previous experience with a manufacturing company, targeting 2-5 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

$82,000 – $92,000 *Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities, and geographic location will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range *Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards

• This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short –term incentive plan
• Salaried Full-Time

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company