Manager, Operations

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Minooka, IL, USA
In-Office
129K-161K Annually
Senior level
Logistics
The Role
Manages daily manufacturing operations, including safety, productivity, quality, customer service, staffing, costs, and profitability. Leads continuous improvement and change initiatives, monitors site performance metrics and capacity, oversees facility and equipment maintenance, supports capital planning, manages financial forecasting, and develops operational teams. The role works primarily in production or warehouse environments and requires occasional travel.
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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

Manages the day-to-day activities of an organization's operations department. Assists in evaluating current and proposed systems and procedures. Recommends changes when necessary and assists in implementation of new processes.

The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some of these duties; however, it is not an exclusive or all- inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.


    • Establishes operational strategies to assure company objectives in the areas of safety, productivity, quality, customer service, sales, human capital, cost and profitability
    • Develop team to solve day-to-day operational issues to reach short- and long-term performance goals while fostering a working environment of urgency, integrity and trust
    • Accountable for assigned site’s key performance metrics including machine and labor efficiencies and provides guidance to departmental leaders to ensure scorecard objectives are met – leverages data driven decision making
    • Lead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives and develop innovative practices, methods and procedures that add value for the facility
    • Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to set continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence
    • Accountable for employee and organizational development plans and people management strategies – working closely with direct reports
    • Proactively monitors site capacity and collaborates with other sites on scheduling optimization to meet internal and external customer on-time-delivery demands
    • Conducts equipment feasibility studies and makes recommendations for investment; works with Finance to prepare capital expenditure plan and is accountable for payback expectations
    • Prepares and manages the annual financial plan and monitors performance through forecasting and/or other company report
    • Ensures the overall maintenance and security of facilities, grounds, utilities and equipment
    • Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support, explore new business opportunities, and/or resolve order problems or complaints
    • Administer company policies, practices, and adherence to standard operating procedures, which includes enforcing and maintaining safety, food safety and environmental policies and procedures.
    • Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications

Education & Experience

    • Bachelor’s degree desired
    • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required
    • Experience leading improvement efforts in production, quality, or profitability
    • Experience with change management/transformation initiatives

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

    • Knowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of workers, environment and site
    • Knowledge of the processes, tools and operational considerations for effective and efficient movement of goods and materials throughout the manufacturing cycle
    • Knowledge of day-to-day and strategic issues, operational requirements and management of a manufacturing facility
    • Knowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product components
    • Knowledge of and ability to use and influence organization's policies, standards and procedures guiding manufacturing processes
    • Ability to lead people and get results through others
    • Ability to build a Continuous Improvement Culture
    • Ability to think ahead and plan over a specific time span
    • Ability to establish high performance teams and a strong team player
    • Ability to regularly flex between hands on tactical and strategic work as necessary.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

    • Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office setting
    • Frequent walking and standing required
    • Occasional travel required
    • Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

The expected salary range for this position is $129,000 - $161,000 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan and for a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic term life, AD&D, Short and Long term disability; EAP; 401(k) retirement savings plan; PTO and paid holidays

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. 

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries. 

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. 

The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

Skills Required

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
  • Experience leading improvement efforts in production, quality, or profitability
  • Experience with change management or transformation initiatives
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Knowledge of manufacturing facility operations and strategic operational requirements
  • Knowledge of safety, environmental, and worker protection regulations
  • Knowledge of goods and materials movement throughout the manufacturing cycle
  • Ability to lead people and achieve results through others
  • Ability to build a continuous improvement culture
  • Ability to plan strategically and establish high-performance teams
  • Ability to balance hands-on tactical and strategic work

Menasha Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Menasha Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Menasha Corporation.

  • Retirement Support The package includes a 401(k) with employer matching after an eligibility period, and some locations also offer profit sharing and pension options. These elements indicate meaningful long‑term savings support.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage spans medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment. Wellness features such as health coaching, risk assessments, and health-related reimbursements further bolster the offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off and paid holidays are included and described as fair to above average. Employees are encouraged to use their allotment, with specifics varying by position and tenure.

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The Company
HQ: Neenah, WI
4,861 Employees
Year Founded: 1849

What We Do

Menasha has built a culture over more than 170 years of family ownership that values a commitment to superior customer satisfaction and a welcoming work environment where employees collaborate, innovate, thrive, support their communities, and build long, meaningful careers. The success of Menasha Corporation hinges on the talent and hard work of its employees. As our company grows, it is essential that we hire the best and brightest employees to join our workforce. Whether you are interested in customer service, sales, marketing, human resources, manufacturing, information technology, finance, accounting or other career paths, we invite you to take a look at opportunities at Menasha Corporation and its businesses: Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation. For more information about working at Menasha Corporation, visit our careers site at http://careers.menasha.socialsourcingnetwork.com/.

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