Manufacturing Management Associate

Position Title:   

Manufacturing Management Associate – Leadership Development Program

Pay Range:   

$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.

Category/Shift:  

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Locations:

Arden Hills, MN

Aurora, IL

Bay Minette, AL

Biglerville, PA

Cedar Rapids, IA

Des Plaines, IL

Lexington, KY

Middletown, OH

San Antonio, TX

Salinas, CA

Santa Fe Springs, CA

Wheat Ridge, CO

Program Overview:

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 Manager 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.

The Job You Will Perform:

• 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

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• 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.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

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. 

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billon. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North America and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com. 

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919. 

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