Continuous Improvement Manager

Posted Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM

STS Packaging, a Schwarz Partners, L.P. Joint Venture company, is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager in Charlotte, NC

The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for managing, developing, coordinating and evaluating all our manufacturing processes. This is a hands‑on position where the manager shall assemble information, analyze information and prepare reports as necessitated by the various processes within our company. The manager will develop training materials and conduct training programs with all employees. The manager will establish and maintain a relationship with other managers, employees and customers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Develop, implement, and train on various processes throughout the facility (safety, quality, waste, maintenance, production, warehouse). Processes need to be documented, sustainable, trained and evaluated for all new hires and employees performing below established standards.
• Identify opportunities to standardize and reduce waste/cost.
• Work with plant staff and key individuals to develop and implement effective corrective actions to improve efficiency and sustainable output levels.
• Learn, understand and become proficient in all converting equipment, operations, procedures.
• Gain understanding of production workflow by studying the steps of scheduling, production process, reliability of equipment, resources, staff, procedures, quality expectations and fostering a spirit of cooperation between departments.
• Demonstrate ability to lead people, set the right example and get results through others.
• Report to GM any information that may impede the operation of the plant as soon as it becomes known and make recommendations to minimize impacts to the operation and budget.
• Work with the maintenance manager to identify improvements to equipment that maintain OEM standards as well as modifications that provide benefit to uptime and cost.
• Assist maintenance department in developing step by step procedures and PM’s using MVP CRM software.
• Follow all safety and company policies, reporting any issues, accidents, or incidents immediately; must complete online safety training each month as assigned.
• Support the operations and maintenance department roles of the overall SQF program.
• Review and utilize new technology and lean manufacturing principles and processes available to maximize and sustain efficiency.
• Communicate clearly and regularly with managers and employees about business issues, including, but not limited to, safety, waste, productivity, housekeeping, and quality.
• Exemplary attendance is required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• College Degree and/or 3+ years in paper converting/flexographic printing
• Previous experience analyzing and improving processes.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Microsoft Office, including Excel
• D365 System

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must have highly developed interpersonal skills

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to accurately count inventory
• Possess a high degree of accuracy

PREFERRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.)

• Root cause analysis and resolution
• Ability to communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary; good organizational skills; well disciplined; able to meet deadlines; self‑starter; able to work under pressure of many priorities and deadlines; ability to work well with fellow employees, suppliers and customers; thorough understanding of Microsoft suite of products; knowledge of statistical processes and techniques that are proven effective for quality improvement; good managerial skills; knowledge of business trends.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Qualified candidates must be able to:

• Lift at least 25 pounds
• Use warehouse lift equipment (including stack rollers) to load and unload WIP rolls
• Stand or sit for extended periods
• Frequently bend and stoop

Push, pull, and control heavy loads using warehouse equipment

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.