Production Manager - Corrugated Box Manufacturing

Production Manager – Corrugated Box Manufacturing
Location: Jackson, TN
Type: Direct Hire

Eligibility:

• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder (no sponsorship)

Role Overview

As our Production Manager, you will oversee all aspects of our corrugated box manufacturing operations—from machine uptime and line maintenance to staffing, safety, and P&L performance. You’ll be a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction across our converting projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Planning:
• Direct daily operations of the production and maintenance departments, ensuring alignment with company initiatives.
• Develop short- and long-term plans to meet production targets, cost-control objectives, and project deadlines.
• Machine & Line Oversight:
• Ensure corrugator and converting lines operate safely, reliably, and at peak efficiency.
• Manage planned shutdowns, startups, and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Safety & Continuous Improvement:
• Champion plant safety programs and enforce all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and boost quality.
• Financial Management:
• Own the department P&L, analyze manufacturing costs, and implement strategies to improve profitability.
• Monitor waste management and environmental impact to optimize cost savings.
• Customer & Stakeholder Engagement:
• Partner with Sales and Project teams to ensure customer specifications are met and opportunities for improvement are identified.
• Establish clear communication channels with cross-functional teams, building strong relationships and delivering superior products.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)—7+ years of leadership in a corrugated or converting manufacturing facility.
• 3+ years experience within a corrugate box (cardboard) production facility
• Technical & Business Acumen:
• Deep understanding of corrugator operations (BHS Corrugator experience a plus), maintenance practices, and quality standards.
• Proven P&L ownership, capital budget management, and financial analysis skills.
• Process Excellence:
• Demonstrated track record deploying Lean methodologies and continuous-improvement tools (Six Sigma certification preferred).
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing demands and lead change initiatives with urgency.
• Leadership & Communication:
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and the capacity to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Performance bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits package

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