Job Description

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? It is time to embrace your Infinite Possibilities. This is your opportunity to be part of International Paper, a Fortune 500 company and global leader in paper and packaging products. IP is known for our commitment to the environment and to cutting-edge technology. We have spent more than 100 years creating new ideas, and we are looking for people who can collaborate to help us build on our history, while creating future success. We are committed to attracting, preparing, promoting and supporting our teams. At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer benefits, challenges, global opportunities and total rewards. When we say Infinite Possibilities, we mean it.

We currently have an opening for a Production Supervisor at our Petersburg, VA facility. This facility manufactures corrugated packaging products for local and national customers.

We are looking for a motivated individual who is capable of performing a multitude of supervisory functions in a flexible, fast-paced production environment. Our workplace requires leaders who understand the needs of the business while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, quality, productivity and engagement of crew members.

This position will report to a Department Superintendent and has responsibility for the direction of production employees on either 2nd or 3rd shift. In addition to daily operational responsibilities, the successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining systems, driving manufacturing improvements as well as leading, coaching, motivating and engaging the work teams to accomplish operational objectives.

Requirements: 3-5 years of manufacturing experience in the paper packaging industry is preferable. Bachelors degree is highly desired. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are required.

Specific competencies include safety leadership, drive for results, problem solving, communication skills, building effective teams, developing and confronting direct reports, action oriented, integrity, functional/technical skills, customer focus, learning on the fly, managerial courage, organizational skills, and business acumen.

International Paper offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, disability, life and accident insurance, vacation as well as a 401(k) plan and retirement savings account. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a dynamic and proven manufacturer in the packaging industry.

Qualified candidates should express interest by applying online at 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.