Plant General Manager

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title:

Plant General Manager

Pay Rate:

$94,500 - $127,250

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

2590 West 1500 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84104

The Job You Will Perform:

• Direct, manage, and oversee day-to-day plant operations with overall responsibility for safety, production, quality, maintenance, and the financial performance of the business (P&L responsibility)
• Responsible for the safety of all plant team members and contractors; including setting the vision and expectations, the implementation of corporate and business safety initiatives, the adherence to company safety expectations, and the development, execution and monitoring of plant specific safety plans and results
• Manage commercial sales development and execution through modern processes optimizing utilization of two Recycling Sales Reps whose primary role consists of selling plant recycling services to new and existing customers
• Develop a thorough understanding of the local Recycling market and develop a commercial go to market plan based upon IP’s Market Based Value Creation program
• Responsible for the plant’s staffing, operational efficiency, maintenance and cost control measures
• Effectively communicate operating plans, performance goals and expectations to plant team members
• Support the business mission and vision by modeling desired behaviors, communicating and reinforcing key messages through daily activities and interactions
• Responsible for leading and directing the development, training, and performance of plant team members
• Accountable for effective management of human resources and physical plant assets
• Accountable for capital project planning and implementation of approved projects

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and experience (preferred)
• Management experience; ability to influence and lead all levels of an organization
• High ethical standards
• Experience in managing the P&L of a business unit
• Commercial sales experience
• Proven commitment to safety and safety processes
• Ability to utilize workflow and process reliability to implement process improvements
• Manufacturing supervision experience (preferred)
• Knowledge and experience managing a fiber recycling facility (preferred)
• Ability to relocate for future career growth opportunities (Relocation is available for this position)
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Building Effective Teams
• Customer Focus
• Directing Others
• Integrity and Trust
• Motivating Others
• Problem Solving
• Business Acumen
• Developing Direct Reports
• Drive for Results
• Managerial Courage
• Priority Setting

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 120 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 a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. 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.
Salt Lake City UT 84104