Manufacturing Manager

Position Title:Manufacturing ManagerPay Rate: $136,100 - $181,500 Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities 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 annual incentive plan.Category/Shift: Salaried Full-Time Physical Location:Salinas, CAThe Job You Will Perform: Provide leadership, coordination, and competencies that guide the manufacturing team and processes in the area of safety, productivity, housekeeping, customer satisfaction, cost effectiveness, and people systems; while promoting continuous improvement and the use of reliable methods within the manufacturing organization.Responsible for the development and achievement of the manufacturing business plan and overall cost effectiveness of the manufacturing operation.Monitor and direct the performance of all manufacturing activities including throughput, cost and waste control, maintenance, quality, inventories control, and meeting budgeted production metrics, while ensuring that all safety reliable methods are in place. Implement and maintain systems to drive manufacturing improvements.Lead, coach, motivate and engage work teams to accomplish operational objectives.Ensure that all management, manufacturing, maintenance, and human resources systems are current and effectively utilized, and improved where possible. Ensure that all manufacturing processes run in accordance with EPA regulations. Actively involved in the development of employees through training, coaching, and performance review feedback.The Skills You Will Bring: BS/BA in Related Field or Equivalent Experience 5+ Years of industry experience In depth knowledge of corrugated packaging manufacturing processes and technologyAction orientedBuilds Effective TeamsCareer ambitionCourageDirects WorkDrives EngagementDrives resultsFunctional/technical skillsInterpersonal savvyManages AmbiguityManages ComplexityOrganizes Work ProcessesResourcefulnessFull timePosting Date: 2026-07-24