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Manufacturing Manager

International Paper and Careers
Lumberton, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Position Title:

Manufacturing Manager

Pay Rate :

$118,400 - $157,800 USCORE

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:

Lumberton, NC

The 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 technology

  • Action oriented

  • Builds Effective Teams

  • Career ambition

  • Courage

  • Directs Work

  • Drives Engagement

  • Drives results

  • Functional/technical skills

  • Interpersonal savvy

  • Manages Ambiguity

  • Manages Complexity

  • Organizes Work Processes

  • Resourcefulness

  • Strategic Mindset

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. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and
have the opportunity to
opt into Employee Networking Circles such as
IPVets
,
IPride
, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North
Africa
and Europe. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 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.

Salary : $118,400 - $157,800

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