International Paper Jobshttp://internationalpaper.jobs2012-05-20 17:14:47.628645USAFRESNOPosition Number: 60375577 Position Title: Equipment Sales Specialist Posting Period: 05/18/2012 To 06/01/2012 Business: xpedx Location: FRESNO ,CA Job Group: Technicians Area of Interest: Sales FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: - Perform all functions in a safe manner. Comply with all safety policies and procedures. - Manage the sales funnel for long-term, capital investment projects related to equipment sales. - Work with preferred suppliers to ensure that the needs of the customer and xpedx are met with appropriate equipment offerings, while meeting the corporate goals set with preferred suppliers. - Plan sales gross profit activities on a long-term basis. Develop yearly objectives for each of your key accounts. - Have an accurate, detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the potential of each account in your territory. Make sales calls on customers and prospects at a frequency that will place us in the preferred position. Build customer relationships by investing in entertainment, mill visits, ad specialties, etc. - Develop a sufficient number of high potential prospects to guarantee future sales growth at greater than the market growth rate. - Keep the appropriate Sales/Department Manager and or Division Manager well informed on a monthly basis, on progress being made on: significant sales and account developments, as well as market, credit and competitive changes. These should be reported whether positive or negative. - Investigate and resolve all customer complaints promptly. Evaluate source or problem and participate in resolution with all involved parties. - Assist in the collection efforts of the Division on assigned accounts. - Execute all paperwork in a timely, accurate and comprehensive manner. - Foster a positive working environment with fellow employees and customers. Participate, when appropriate on task teams to represent the sales perspective and promote company development. - Participate actively in company sponsored training sessions, regularly scheduled sales meetings and division functions. - Acquire system knowledge and competence, both operational and informational, to perform all functions at a professional level. Requirements Essential Preferred Qualification Proficiency Qualification Proficiency Business Knowledge Distribution Knowledgeable Degrees Business Administration Bachelor's Degree Functional Experience Sales Experience 3 years Geographic Preference California Acceptable Language English Fluent2012-05-19 20:29:14United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60375577CAFRESNO, CA28819278http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28819278/jobUSADOWNEYPosition Number: 60375037 Position Title: Natl Bus Dev Mgr - Corporate Accounts Posting Period: 05/16/2012 To 06/16/2012 Business: xpedx Location: DOWNEY ,CA Job Group: Sales Area of Interest: FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: Responsibilities: • Responsible for Corporate Accounts segment sales and account management activities focused on driving GP and market growth share with existing and potential national customers. • Develop and manage the implementation of key account plans for national customers in collaboration with National Director – Corporate Accounts and Group Sales Director roles. • Responsible for generating and developing new customer opportunities with a focus on targeting, qualifying and prospecting Fortune 1,000 potential customers. • Proactively manage to a 12-18 month sales cycle by creating a steady level of prospects for the customer pipeline as well as creating and implementing strategic plans that assist in expediting the sales cycle. • Own an active list of targeted customers and respond to new, national business opportunities through the development of timely, accurate and focused RFPs as well as strategic relationship building techniques. • Collaborate with Solutions Center to develop Corporate Accounts business presentations and provide marketing tools and analysis to positively grow business opportunities with current and potential customers. • Responsible for developing and strengthening business relationships with headquarters/decision makers for Corporate Accounts customers. • Analyze market and customer accounts to assist in the development of Corporate Accounts national business strategy, focused sales and sales support efforts. • Actively participate in key national customer reviews and maintain a strategic business relationship with key customers to identify and gain growth in account share. • In collaboration with national procurement and sourcing organizations, ensure effective execution of and alignment with national procurement strategy and segment suppliers to support Corporate Accounts business customers and opportunities. • Understand and effectively articulate the value proposition offered by xpedx in support of Corporate Accounts customers, their business opportunities and market needs. • Maintain a proficient to expert level of competency and experience in utilizing xpedx sales tools and aligning sales process and activities with the xpedx value proposition. • Investigate all customer claims promptly; coordinate appropriate resolution with all involved parties. • Develop and maintain an in-depth level of understanding and awareness of the Corporate Accounts business segment, marketplace opportunities, challenges and threats, and be able to anticipate changes as well as offer solutions to differentiate the xpedx value proposition with customers. • Maintain a strong knowledge of the strengths and opportunities of national competitors and provide strategies and solutions to continue to place xpedx in a preferred position with Corporate Accounts customers. • Position will require approximately 30-40% travel to customers and xpedx locations across the organization. Qualifications: • College degree or equivalent work experience required. • Minimum 5-7 years successful national sales experience and 3-5 years successful general sales experience, preferably within a large, national or decentralized distribution organization required. • Proficient PC skills required. • Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment essential. • Demonstrated strong organization, planning, communication, diplomacy and presentation skills required. • Effective interpersonal, negotiating and conflict management skills required. Required Competencies: Customer Focus, Managing & Measuring Work, Problem Solving, Drive for Results, Action Oriented, Process Management, Planning, Listening, Conflict Management, Timely Decision Making Requirements Essential Preferred Qualification Proficiency Qualification Proficiency Business Knowledge Distribution Knowledgeable Degrees Business Administration Bachelor's Degree Functional Experience Sales Experience 5 years Software PC Software-Microsoft Office Proficient2012-05-17 21:03:35United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60375037CADOWNEY, CA28771270http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28771270/jobUSACarsonPosition Number: 60337895 Position Title: Manufacturing Manager Posting Period: 05/15/2012 To 05/29/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Carson ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: Responsibilities: Monitors and directs the performance of all manufacturing activities. Ensures that all safety reliable methods are in place. Provides leadership to achieve superior manufacturing capabilities. Responsible for the design and implementation of the long-term capital improvement plans for the facility. Develops and maintains effective teams and organizational structures to maximize business performance and employee satisfaction. Ensures that all management, manufacturing, maintenance, and human resources systems are current and effectively utilized, and improved where possible. Actively involved in the development of both hourly and salaried employees through training, coaching, and performance review feedback. Qualifications: BA/BS in Production or Operations Management, Engineering, Industrial Technology or a related field is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Minimum of 5 years prior experience in corrugated industry preferably at the management level. In depth knowledge of corrugated packaging manufacturing processes and technology. Well developed people practices, including strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build lasting relationships, provide recognition and demonstrate integrity and high personal standards. Strong ability to build organizational capability through the identification and development of skills, knowledge, and leadership of subordinates Key competencies include: • Building Effective Teams • Command Skills • Customer Focus • Managing Vision and Purpose • Business Acumen • Developing Direct Reports International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-05-16 18:34:47United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60337895CACarson, CA28736412http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28736412/jobUSACARSONPosition Number: 40015673 Position Title: Shipping Supervisor Posting Period: 05/14/2012 To 05/28/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: CARSON ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: Shipping / Receiving Responsibilities: • Responsible for planning and managing all Shipping Department activities including department employees, equipment, storage, loading and shipping of materials into and out of the Plant. • Manage all inbound and out bound freight. • Insure compliance with all EHS rules, policies, and responsibilities. • Supervise/Train/Coach all shippers and receivers. • Ability to effectively communicate and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and freight company’s. • Analyze daily work volume and administer effort hour requirement. • Manage a team of direct reports in a union environment to ensure daily tasks/projects are completed on time. • Lead/supervise the shipping staff, managing your own workload as well as theirs. • Communicate and implement (hold accountable for compliance) policies and procedures. Employees are cross trained, flexible and can easily respond to changing business needs. • Ensure that orders are picked and shipped within appropriate time frames while maintaining load quality. • Insure all safety inspections relating to the dock, the rail spur and the powered industrial trucks are completed and accurate. • Ensures order accuracy and improves production standards. • Computer literacy to include Microsoft Suite and SAP • Bi-lingual (Spanish) as plus. Qualifications: • Customer focused • Action Oriented • Functional/Technical Skills • Prior forklift operation • 3-5 years Supervisor experience • Attendance and punctuality. Consistently at work on time • Dependable and follows directions of management • Keeps commitments • Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with alternative plan. • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to read, comprehend, and write work orders, policies, procedures. • Math skills; ability to do percentages, ratios. • Must have the ability to interact with employees of all levels and diverse cultural background. • Multi task capabilities. • Uses discretionary time well.2012-05-15 19:40:53United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia40015673CACARSON, CA28707040http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28707040/jobUSACARSONPosition Number: 60375420 Position Title: Corrugator Supervisor Posting Period: 05/14/2012 To 05/28/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: CARSON ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: Responsibilities: Leads team efforts in safety, waste, manufacturing reliability, housekeeping and quality. Administer plant policies fairly and consistently. Champion waste control and productivity improvement utilizing team participation, KIWI tools, and other reliable methods. Provide training/education and administer individual development plans for team members. Initiate and implement creative change through team participation. Qualifications: • Proven track record in safety. • Demonstrated ability to achieve results through people/teams. • Problem solving, analytical, and team skills. • Excellent computer systems knowledge and skills. • Strong written and oral communication skills. • Mechanical aptitude. • Strong math skills. • Planning, and organizational skills. • BS/BA degree preferred. • Corrugated packaging experience a plus. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-05-15 19:40:41United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60375420CACARSON, CA28707035http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28707035/jobUSAComptonPosition Number: 60341651 Position Title: General Labor Posting Period: 05/10/2012 To 05/24/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Compton ,CA Job Group: Laborers Area of Interest: Hourly FLSA: Non-Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: Primary responsibilities are to safely handle miscellaneous materials and filling in for absence both planned and unplanned. The Laborer position may require work in and across all machine and support departments in the plant on all three shifts. The Laborer plays a support role on a team dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, housekeeping and productivity.2012-05-11 18:56:34United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60341651CACompton, CA28634904http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28634904/jobUSAHAYWARDPosition Number: 60373421 Position Title: Outside Sales - Salary + Comm -Packaging Posting Period: 05/09/2012 To 05/23/2012 Business: xpedx Location: HAYWARD ,CA Job Group: Sales Area of Interest: Sales FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: • Perform all functions in a safe manner. Comply with all safety policies and procedures. • Plan sales gross profit activities on a long-term basis. Develop yearly objectives for each of your key accounts. • Have an accurate, detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the potential of each account in your territory. Make sales calls on customers and prospects at a frequency that will place us in the preferred position. Build customer relationships by investing in entertainment, mill visits, ad specialties, etc. • Develop a sufficient number of high potential prospects to guarantee future sales growth at greater than the market growth rate. • Keep the appropriate Sales/Department Manager and or Division Manager well informed on a monthly basis, on progress being made on: significant sales and account developments, as well as market, credit and competitive changes. These should be reported whether positive or negative. • Develop and maintain mill relationships through joint planning, sales calls and target accounts. We must insure our mills place us in the preferred position with new product introductions and market segment support. • Investigate and resolve all customer complaints promptly. Evaluate source or problem and participate in resolution with all involved parties. • Assist in the collection efforts of the Division on assigned accounts. • Maintain all price books. Properly communicate announced product and price changes, availability conditions, and other pertinent announcements to your customers. Deliver products and samples as necessary. • Maintain all system information in a timely, accurate and complete manner. This should include but not be limited to: customer master, express order forms, customer unsold stock agreements, pricing, etc. • Maintain all customer files accurately, including key personnel, sales history and potential sales data. • Execute all paperwork in a timely, accurate and comprehensive manner. • Foster a positive working environment with fellow employees and customers. Participate, when appropriate on task teams to represent the sales perspective and promote company development. • Participate actively in company sponsored training sessions, regularly scheduled sales meetings and division functions. • Review new product developments and sales techniques on an ongoing basis. • Develop a complete and comprehensive technical knowledge of all products appropriate to your market or territory. Achieve certification where required. • Acquire system knowledge and competence, both operational and informational, to perform all functions at a professional level. Requirements Essential Preferred Qualification Proficiency Qualification Proficiency Business Knowledge Distribution Knowledgeable Degrees Business Administration Bachelor's Degree Functional Experience Sales Experience 3 years Language English Fluent2012-05-10 20:16:26United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60373421CAHAYWARD, CA28611964http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28611964/jobUSAOxnardPosition Number: 40410077 Position Title: Electrical Instrumentation Technician Posting Period: 05/09/2012 To 05/23/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Oxnard ,CA Job Group: Craftsmen Area of Interest: Hourly FLSA: Non-Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: International Paper is currently seeking applicants for the position of Electrical & Instrument (E&I) Technician at the Hueneme Paper Mill in Oxnard, CA. Individual must have professional experience as a journeyman level instrument technician and/or electrician. This is an hourly position governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. RESPONSIBILTIES: • Perform maintenance duties to troubleshoot and repair defective equipment in a timely manner. • Perform predictive and preventative maintenance duties and generates work requests to repair defective equipment. • Respond to assigned work orders and inputs into SAP the work performed on the equipment specified in the work order. • Work closely with all team members to ensure that work is done in a safe manner. • Works with process and project engineers as necessary to install new equipment and modify existing equipment. • Assist other team members in the mill as necessary to minimize downtime and maintain quality • Comply with all company policies as well as local, state and federal laws/regulations. QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma or GED. • Minimum of five years industrial maintenance experience. • Proven safety record and working knowledge of industrial safety procedures. • Must be able to follow written and oral instruction in English. • Effective oral and written skills. • Must be able to wear all required personal safety equipment including eye protection, hearing protection and fall protection in elevated positions. • Ability to be part of a multi-functional/multi-skill maintenance organization with a willingness to flow to work as required by changing mill conditions and priorities. • Working knowledge of MS Office, Word and EXCEL. • Proven record of safe work practices. Proven ability in at least one of the following: • Electrical — includes switchgear, motor starters, motor terminations, conduit installation, motor maintenance, transformer maintenance, ladder logic, relay and relay logic. • Instrumentation — includes instrumentation repair and calibration, control valve maintenance, PVC and stainless steel tubing installation, pneumatics, hydraulics and control loop, tuning. PREFERRED: • Distributed Control Systems (DCS). • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). • Five or more years experience in paper mill maintenance. • Experience with Computerized Maintenance management Systems (CMMS) such as SAP. • Expanded knowledge of MS Office, including EXCEL, Word, Power Point, and Access. Applicant must successfully complete electrical maintenance qualification test, pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)2012-05-10 20:15:52United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia40410077CAOxnard, CA28611934http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28611934/jobUSABuena ParkPosition Number: 60375265 Position Title: Supervisor Finishing and Shipping Posting Period: 05/08/2012 To 05/19/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Buena Park ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: International Paper’s Buena Park Kraft Paper Bag Plant is seeking a Shipping Supervisor. This position has two major roles: Schedules the production machines. Schedules all shipping and receiving events. JOB SUMMARY: Coordinates production schedules / ensures actual production meets scheduled requirements. Responsibilities may include capacity planning, freight scheduling, pricing freight, pallet ordering and inventory tracking, daily inventory, monthly inventory with accounting department, expediting. Production Scheduling Responsibilities: • Release all customer print requisitions to the manufacturing floor. • Reviews production plan (2 weeks out) for appropriate action. Create, modify and update the weekly production plan 14 days out. • Reschedules orders when necessary. • Communicates changes. • Coordinates the shipping plan and manufacturing plan with the Production Manager. • Monitors effective scheduling by maximizing production runs based on number of colors, color to color change, etc. • Schedules down machines to be readied, set up, and lined out prior to actual production. • Interact with all internal departments; customer service, sales, maintenance, production, and accounting. • Resolve scheduling conflicts and prioritize customers needs accordingly. • Work with maintenance by communicating windows of machine availability for PM’s and down days for maintenance. • Monitor effectiveness of scheduling by maximizing production runs based on number of colors, color to color orders, etc. • Schedule down machines to be prepared for operation by having them set up, lined out for actual production at the start of the shift. • Interact with internal departments; customer service primarily, sales, maintenance, production, accounting. Shipping / Receiving Responsibilities: • Responsible for planning and managing all Shipping Department activities including department employees, equipment, storage, loading and shipping of materials into and out of the Plant. • Manage all inbound and out bound freight. • Insure compliance with all EHS rules, policies, and responsibilities. • Supervise/Train/Coach all shippers and receivers. • Ability to effectively communicate and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and freight company’s. • Analyze daily work volume and administer effort hour requirement. • Manage a team of 4 direct reports in a union environment to ensure daily tasks/projects are completed on time. • Lead/supervise the shipping staff, managing your own workload as well as theirs. • Communicate and implement (hold accountable for compliance) policies and procedures. Employees are cross trained, flexible and can easily respond to changing business needs. • Ensure that orders are picked and shipped within appropriate time frames while maintaining load quality. • Insure all safety inspections relating to the dock, the rail spur and the powered industrial trucks are completed and accurate. • Ensures order accuracy and improves production standards. • Computer literacy to include Microsoft Suite and SAP • Bi-lingual (Spanish) as plus. Qualifications: • Customer focused • Action Oriented • Functional/Technical Skills • Prior forklift operation • 3-5 years Supervisor experience • Attendance and punctuality. Consistently at work on time • Dependable and follows directions of management • Keeps commitments • Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with alternative plan. • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to read, comprehend, and write (English) work orders, policies, procedures. • Math skills; ability to do percentages, ratios. • Must have the ability to interact with employees of all levels and diverse cultural background. • Multi task capabilities. • Uses discretionary time well. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-05-09 18:37:06United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60375265CABuena Park, CA28575573http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28575573/jobUSAHAYWARDPosition Number: 60375256 Position Title: Customer Service Associate Posting Period: 05/07/2012 To 05/21/2012 Business: xpedx Location: HAYWARD ,CA Job Group: Sales Area of Interest: Customer Service FLSA: Non-Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: • Build customer loyalty and confidence by ensuring customer needs are met in a timely manner. • Enter orders; answer questions; resolve problems; follow-up to ensure promised deliveries were made; advise customers of availability, price, and delivery schedules. • Use proper telephone etiquette and techniques to answer customer service telephone calls in a timely, polite, and professional manner. • Efficient in responding to customer and sales rep questions pertaining to orders, product availability, price and delivery. • Manage customer specific inventory programs efficiently and within department standards. Work with the outside sales counterpart to maintain a minimum Turn & Earn of 180 and less than 60 days supply on hand. • Execute quality work, accurately & timely. Reduce any potential risks of customer dissatisfaction or operational failure. Have the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects • Respond to AP/AR exceptions in a timely manner. • Interact positively with customers, local divisions, account managers and sales reps to resolve issues. Requirements Essential Preferred Qualification Proficiency Qualification Proficiency Business Knowledge Distribution Knowledgeable Degrees High School General Studies Diploma/GED Functional Experience Customer Service Experience 5 years Software PC Software-Microsoft Office Proficient Use MAX Proficient2012-05-08 18:23:43United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60375256CAHAYWARD, CA28540396http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28540396/jobUSACarsonPosition Number: 60375059 Position Title: Complex General Manager Posting Period: 05/01/2012 To 06/15/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Carson ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: Yes Description: Carson, CA Container Plants. The position will be located in Carson, CA. Responsibilities include: •Manufacturing, including throughput, cost and waste control, maintenance, quality, inventories control and meeting budgeted production metrics •Sales, including local sales, customer service, and partnering with region sales manager to establish and meet facility sales goals, identifying and targeting market segments, deploying division pricing strategy •Strategic Planning, including business, marketing and capital planning processes •Human Resources, including workforce engagement, diversity, recruiting and hiring, employee and leadership development and employee labor relations •Financial Management, including establishing and managing budgets and compliance with financial controls •Environmental, health and safety, including company policy and laws, state and federal regulations Position reports to the Region General Manager and manages a staff typically including, Manufacturing Manager, Controller, Process Improvement Manager (Process Engineer, EHS, and Quality) and Customer Service Manager. Key Competencies Include: •Building Effective Teams •Command Skills •Customer Focus •Managing Vision and Purpose •Business Acumen •People Development •Strategic Agility Experience: 7 - 10 years corrugated experience preferably Education: BS or Equivalent Experience2012-05-02 19:16:29United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60375059CACarson, CA28334088http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28334088/jobUSAVisaliaPosition Number: 60336487 Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic Posting Period: 04/26/2012 To 06/10/2012 Business: Consumer Packaging Group Location: Visalia ,CA Job Group: Craftsmen Area of Interest: Hourly FLSA: Non-Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: Infinite Possibilities For more than 100 years, we’ve been thinking of great ideas, developing innovative designs, and producing exciting products for an ever- expanding marketplace. Today, International Paper is a Fortune 100 company with a global reach, and we know that hiring, training, supporting, and rewarding our team of motivated and talented people is a big part of that success. If you’re ready to make the most of your talents as part of a dynamic, sustainable organization, make a career move to International Paper—where you’ll discover Infinite Possibilities. We are currently seeking motivated maintenance mechanics to join a progressive and success driven team in our converting plant in Visalia, CA. This position will utilize both excellent mechanical skills and knowledge and electrical/electronic skills and knowledge in our fast paced, continuous process manufacturing environment to achieve machine uptime metrics. Additional duties include working positively with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot and solve problems. The position will be engaged in preventative maintenance processes in assigned areas. Job Requirements: . Excellent mechanical skills and knowledge (pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, power transmission, lubrication . Electrical/electronic skills (PLC, A/C, D/C motors and drives, schematics) . High School Diploma or GED . 3 or more years of successful mechanical and electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair experience in a manufacturing facility. . On-the-job success in safety, attendance, and quality of work expected . Willing and able to work second or third shifts, call-ins, overtime as there is a constant demand for overtime in the maintenance department . Must possess basic computer skills Along with competitive compensation, and performance-based incentives, we offer a dynamic work environment and a total rewards package that includes the tools you need to support your well-being, plan for your future, and grow your career. Learn more and apply online at www.ipaper.jobs or complete an application at 1600 Kelsey Rd., Visalia, CA 93291. EOE2012-04-27 19:59:01United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60336487CAVisalia, CA28240333http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28240333/jobUSACypressPosition Number: 60374791 Position Title: Operations Manager Posting Period: 04/23/2012 To 06/04/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Cypress ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: Yes Description: Background: This position is in the Retail Display and Packaging business and will be based at our Los Angeles (Cypress) location. Our Retail Display and Packaging business is a combination of 15 facilities across the United States and in China that work together as an integrated unit to bring our retail customers the products they want and need. We deal with creative and structural design, primary packages, point-of-purchase displays, display shippers, pack-out/fulfillment, logistics, merchandising, turnkey solutions, and project management. We're not just in the packaging or display business, we deal in innovative designs that make products stand up against competition, we create persuasive merchandising that builds brand equity, and we provide turnkey solutions that streamline development and increase customer sales. Key Functions: Provides hands-on direction for safety, design, project management, manufacturing, contract packing, cost management, process improvement, scheduling, and quality. Interfaces routinely with the Retail Display sales organization to meet and exceed customer needs. Manages operations employees in key functions within the Retail Display Center including graphic and structural design, project management, procurement, and quality. Ensures all activity at and related to the Center is "safe from the start" and that reliable methods are in place. Develops and maintains effective teams and organizational structures to maximize business performance and employee satisfaction. Leads continuous improvement through principle-based leadership and processes. Effectively manages the day-to-day relationship between the Los Angeles Retail Display facility, supporting manufacturing locations, vendors, and contractors. The following qualifications are required: • Minimum 10 years of operations, production and/or site management experience. • Extensive knowledge of corrugated operations. • Understanding of key drivers for profitability. • Well-developed people practices including strong interpersonal skills, team leadership skills, and experience. Must be willing and able to work in a team environment where collaboration is required both departmentally and interdepartmentally. • Strong organizational/time management skills, accuracy, and reliable with an unrelenting sense of urgency to act and respond to challenges. Ability to accept and work through change. The following qualifications are desired: • Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Operations, or Engineering. • Extensive understanding of retail packaging products, services, project management/customer service, and contract packaging/fulfillment operations. • Work experience in a corrugated box plant, retail display packaging facility, or other related packaging experience. • Knowledge of corrugated production processes, machine limitations, and production standards to ensure compatibility of design to production capabilities. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-04-24 20:00:57United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60374791CACypress, CA28150345http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28150345/jobUSASanta Fe SpringsPosition Number: 60374855 Position Title: Human Resources Generalist Posting Period: 04/21/2012 To 06/15/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Santa Fe Springs ,CA Job Group: Professionals Area of Interest: HR FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: Yes Description: International Paper is the world’s largest paper and forest products company. Primary businesses include paper, packaging and forest products for a variety of end uses. International Paper is a Fortune 100 Company with operations around the globe. We currently have an opening for a Human Resource Generalist in Santa Fe Springs, CA to provide support to 2-3 geographically proximate corrugated plants. These facilities manufacture packaging products for local and national customers. We are looking for a highly motivated, engaged, committed individual that has an interest and background in Human Resources in a manufacturing environment. The Human Resource Generalist will work collaboratively with the Regional Human Resource Manager and facility management providing superior human resources services to our employees and the facility. This position will support a broad range of human resource activities including employee engagement, performance management, recruitment and selection, equal employment, grievance tracking, labor relations, employee benefits, compliance training, employment transactions in SAP and maintenance of personnel files. This is a “hands on” position that requires interaction and visibility with all levels of the organization. This is considered an entry level and developmental position in the function. As such, the successful candidate should have some (5 years) Human Resource experience or associated class work, must demonstrate leadership potential and be open to career growth and relocation opportunities in the future. Highly competitive candidates would have more than 5 years human resource experience and be bilingual. A Bachelor of Science degree in human resources, business or a related field is required for consideration. Successful candidates must be willing to be flexible as it relates to work hours and work location during the week. Candidates must be customer focused, have excellent problem solving, organizational, communication and people skills. Specific competencies include functional/technical skills, action oriented, managerial courage, dealing with ambiguity, career ambition, command skills, motivating others, organizing, drive for results, problem solving, strategic agility and building effective teams. 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 manufacturing company. International Paper is an Euqal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-04-22 18:53:13United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60374855CASanta Fe Springs, CA28067442http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28067442/jobUSASangerPosition Number: 60374854 Position Title: Human Resources Generalist Posting Period: 04/21/2012 To 06/15/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Sanger ,CA Job Group: Professionals Area of Interest: HR FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: Yes Description: International Paper is the world’s largest paper and forest products company. Primary businesses include paper, packaging and forest products for a variety of end uses. International Paper is a Fortune 100 Company with operations around the globe. We currently have an opening for a Human Resource Generalist in Sanger, CA to provide support to 2-3 geographically proximate corrugated plants. These facilities manufacture packaging products for local and national customers. We are looking for a highly motivated, engaged, committed individual that has an interest and background in Human Resources in a manufacturing environment. The Human Resource Generalist will work collaboratively with the Regional Human Resource Manager and facility management providing superior human resources services to our employees and the facility. This position will support a broad range of human resource activities including employee engagement, performance management, recruitment and selection, equal employment, grievance tracking, labor relations, employee benefits, compliance training, employment transactions in SAP and maintenance of personnel files. This is a “hands on” position that requires interaction and visibility with all levels of the organization. This is considered an entry level and developmental position in the function. As such, the successful candidate should have some (5 years) Human Resource experience or associated class work, must demonstrate leadership potential and be open to career growth and relocation opportunities in the future. Highly competitive candidates would have more than 5 years human resource experience and be bilingual. A Bachelor of Science degree in human resources, business or a related field is required for consideration. Successful candidates must be willing to be flexible as it relates to work hours and work location during the week. Candidates must be customer focused, have excellent problem solving, organizational, communication and people skills. Specific competencies include functional/technical skills, action oriented, managerial courage, dealing with ambiguity, career ambition, command skills, motivating others, organizing, drive for results, problem solving, strategic agility and building effective teams. 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 manufacturing company. International Paper is an Euqal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-04-22 18:53:13United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60374854CASanger, CA28067444http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28067444/jobUSAAnaheimPosition Number: 60374853 Position Title: Human Resources Generalist Posting Period: 04/21/2012 To 06/15/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Anaheim ,CA Job Group: Professionals Area of Interest: HR FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: Yes Description: International Paper is the world’s largest paper and forest products company. Primary businesses include paper, packaging and forest products for a variety of end uses. International Paper is a Fortune 100 Company with operations around the globe. We currently have an opening for a Human Resource Generalist in Anaheim, CA to provide support to 2-3 geographically proximate corrugated plants. These facilities manufacture packaging products for local and national customers. We are looking for a highly motivated, engaged, committed individual that has an interest and background in Human Resources in a manufacturing environment. The Human Resource Generalist will work collaboratively with the Regional Human Resource Manager and facility management providing superior human resources services to our employees and the facility. This position will support a broad range of human resource activities including employee engagement, performance management, recruitment and selection, equal employment, grievance tracking, labor relations, employee benefits, compliance training, employment transactions in SAP and maintenance of personnel files. This is a “hands on” position that requires interaction and visibility with all levels of the organization. This is considered an entry level and developmental position in the function. As such, the successful candidate should have some (5 years) Human Resource experience or associated class work, must demonstrate leadership potential and be open to career growth and relocation opportunities in the future. Highly competitive candidates would have more than 5 years human resource experience and be bilingual. A Bachelor of Science degree in human resources, business or a related field is required for consideration. Successful candidates must be willing to be flexible as it relates to work hours and work location during the week. Candidates must be customer focused, have excellent problem solving, organizational, communication and people skills. Specific competencies include functional/technical skills, action oriented, managerial courage, dealing with ambiguity, career ambition, command skills, motivating others, organizing, drive for results, problem solving, strategic agility and building effective teams. 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 manufacturing company. International Paper is an Euqal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-04-22 18:53:12United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60374853CAAnaheim, CA28067440http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/28067440/jobUSACypressPosition Number: 60373858 Position Title: Project Manager II Posting Period: 03/26/2012 To 05/30/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Cypress ,CA Job Group: Office and Clerical Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Non-Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: The Project Manager is a part of a team responsible for working with our West Coast sales team, internal and external vendors, suppliers, and contractors as well as our customers to ensure that the specifications of each customer order are met. This is a non-exempt position that reports to the Project Manager Team Lead. Our Los Angeles Retail Display and Packaging facility, located in Cypress, CA, is primarily engaged in the execution of packaging programs and point-of-purchase displays for major retail channels. Key Functions: • Develops and maintains relationships that support sales activities through initiating contact with and/or responding to customer inquiries regarding accounts, products, or services. Has direct engagement with customers including decision makers, works under guidance from the commercial and operation managers, and creates solutions or resolves issues using current protocol. • Estimating functions to include updating internal pricing tool and quoting outsourced materials and freight. Prices and delivers quotations to customers for projects under established standards. • Independently coordinates production requirements, inbound product, shipping, and inventory management. Leads preproduction meetings and develops time lines for order execution. Distributes information and plans to operational groups and external customers. Ensures appropriate approvals are received to produce orders including validating and managing sales contracts, purchase orders, and agreements; trouble shoots as needed during the order process. • Executes orders in accordance with workflow processes and systems in place including material planning, inventory management, bill of materials, sales order entry, miscellaneous invoicing, production guidance, spec approval, and record management. • Facilitates processes that reconcile customer accounts, including investigating and resolving customer complaints. Directly follows up with the customer to review and resolve complaints. Influences process changes and improvements. High level of authority to resolve issues within current processes. • Researches options for, makes suggestions about, and receives approval to source components. • Works with the finance groups to reduce accounts receivables and reconcile accounts. • Participates in post job-cost analysis meetings and makes suggestions for improvement opportunities. • May lead or participate in First Article Check/Press Checks to validate that the display is built according to specifications. • Handles multiple tasks simultaneously, using priority management skills. Works in a team environment. Maintains excellent records. Qualifications: • Prior experience (four years or more) in manufacturing customer service, project management, or business-to-business inside sales preferred. BS/BA in appropriate field preferred. • Strongly prefer experience with print or corrugated packaging production operations and equipment; knowledge of corrugated clients and the inner workings of a retail marketplace. Knowledge of the properties and design of corrugated materials and flexographic printing and litho labels preferred; understanding various printing methods/applications. • This position requires a high level of administrative, organizational, and communication skills, including exemplary telephone and e-mail etiquette and ability to present self in a professional manner. • Accuracy, thoroughness, attention to detail, timeliness/responsive, reliability, patience, listening skills, and interpersonal savvy are crucial. Must possess a disposition that thrives on a deep understanding of the details and ensures their execution. Strong organizational skills are required and an unrelenting sense of urgency to act and respond to challenges. • Demonstrated competence in accurate data entry; well-developed skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, databases, keyboarding, and other applications. • Ability to present self in a professional manner; take initiative to get the job done; build customer relationships; work under pressure while handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. • Experience with east coast and international project management highly desirable (working effectively with client, manufacturing, and supplier representatives in Asia a plus). • Ability to take direction or work independently; must be able to work overtime or irregular hours as needed to meet client needs. • Positive attitude, patience, superb listening skills, ability to learn on the fly and reliability required. • Travel to customer location and/or vendors may be required on an intermittent basis. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer2012-03-27 03:21:09United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60373858CACypress, CA27408962http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/27408962/jobUSAComptonPosition Number: 60373710 Position Title: Process Improvement Manager Posting Period: 03/15/2012 To 05/23/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Compton ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: The Compton, CA facility has an opportunity for a Process Improvement Manager. This role is the primary point of contact to manage all aspects of the quality systems process for plant. This position will work closely with functional areas within the organization to ensure that all parties understand pertinent requirements and to ensure that compliance is maintained. Effectiveness in this position will require artful leadership of non-subordinate employees working with and through them to maintain facility quality systems. This position will report to Plant General Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the Manufacturing Reliability Systems (MRS). This is a plant wide system that encompasses Inspection, Corrugation Centerlining, Converting Centerlining, Maintenance & Waste. Responsible for nonconformance analysis from MRS. Collection and trending of data is absolutely essential in this area. Conveying this data to users would be the primary focus on a weekly basis. Responsible for Root Cause Assignments, RACI Charting and Logs. The PIM facilitates this effort and is the single point of accountability. Container Internal Auditing System (CIA) is a Microsoft access program designed to generate small audits of individual SPI’s. Tracking Incidents & Credits System (TICS) Complaint Tracking facilitates the tracking of customer issues and routes communication for returns, allowances and DPPM Champion of the “Lean” tools like Kaizen, 5S and Converting setup reduction Integrally involved in waste reduction, prepares the plant for AIB audits, occasional customer visits, new employee training, corrugators/ converting recipe cards, customer audits and critical new accounts. QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in the corrugated box industry. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing, facilitating and influencing others. Excellent communication skills (listening, writing, speaking) required Ability to analyze, problem solve and make good decisions. Attention to detail and the capability to analyze data and make sound conclusions. COMPETENCIES: Process management Drive for results Building effective teams Command skills Managing through systems Decision quality International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-03-21 18:44:52United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60373710CACompton, CA27298060http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/27298060/jobUSAOxnardPosition Number: 60334036 Position Title: Safety & Training Specialist Posting Period: 03/20/2012 To 05/20/2012 Business: Industrial Packaging Group Location: Oxnard ,CA Job Group: Professionals Area of Interest: HR FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: The Safety & Training Specialist provides leadership, coordination and technical expertise in the areas of safety and health as well as the primary focal for training. This position will have the accountability for: establishing reliable methods for improving safety performance; nourishing a culture in which safety is an overriding value in all activities and in which every team member assumes accountability for safety; and assuring compliance with all safety regulatory requirements. Establish an overall, integrated training plan for the mill with specific goals, milestones, and measurements. Coordinates with area leaders to organize and build training systems which provide efficient and productive training. Core Safety Roles & Responsibilities of the Safety & Training Representative are: § Provide technical expertise and support in Safety & Health to the mill. § Analyze Safety & Health data for trends and focus areas. § Support the development and periodic review of the mill “Operational and Long Term Safety Plan” in partnership with mill leadership. § Provides direction, support and interpretation to all areas for consistent application of Safety & Health programs and activities. § Ensures development of annual Safety education plan. § Monitors and maintains training records of all employees in the mill. Develop and maintain the on-site Emergency Response Plan, fire protection plan and plant security. § Develop and organize mill systems to optimize skill training for mill employees. Audit the training systems for compliance. § Monitor and maintain the training records for the safety and skill training for mill employees. § Co-champion along with the mill manager for Health and Safety Exchange process. Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Experience: 2-4 years experience in manufacturing environment is desired. Competencies: Communication and influencing skills Ability to influence others and promote change Drive for results Managing through systems Problem solving Motivating others Action oriented International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V2012-03-21 18:44:50United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60334036CAOxnard, CA27298056http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/27298056/jobUSAVISALIAPosition Number: 60335338 Position Title: Maintenance Manager Posting Period: 03/10/2012 To 05/25/2012 Business: Consumer Packaging Group Location: VISALIA ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Maintenance FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: Yes Description: The Maintenance/Engineering Manager is responsible for both engineering & maintenance activates of the plant and is accountable for overall direction, coordination, training of 3 salaried personnel and 30-35 maintenance personnel in a 24 hour operation. The successful candidate will develop department training programs and maintenance systems, identify opportunities to increase productivity & reduce manufacturing cost. Requirements: * Engineering Degree preferred (ME, IE or EE) and 4+ yrs supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. * Must have experience with electrical and mechanical processes and systems. * Excellent planning and organizational skills with a high degree of initiative & flexibility a must. * Requires excellent problem solving & analytical skills. Proven ability to define performance & training measures & hold others accountable for the same. * Working knowledge of OSHA, AIB, ASI, EPA, MSDS, HACCP & GMPs. * Proficient in Excel, Word, Auto-Cad. Exposure to power point & Access. Reports to the Assistant Plant Mgr. This is an excellent position for growth offering a competitive salary, benefits, and relocation package for highly qualified candidates. PL14.2012-03-12 08:44:26United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60335338CAVISALIA, CA27072018http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/27072018/jobUSADOWNEYPosition Number: 60373168 Position Title: Buyer Posting Period: 05/09/2012 To 05/23/2012 Business: xpedx Location: DOWNEY ,CA Job Group: Office and Clerical Area of Interest: FLSA: Non-Exempt Relocation Paid: No Description: • Manages the replenishment of assigned products within a collection of assigned suppliers with a goal of maximizing the performance of the inventory as measured by turn and earn, DIOH, and fill rate. • Manage assigned inventory to maximize performance (from both a turn and service level perspective) and minimize obsolescence. Includes: - Replenishment planning: demand forecasting, lead time forecasting, order frequency analysis, service level analysis - Inventory performance review through data analysis using procurement data warehouses and other tools • Analyze inventory needs and place purchase orders accordingly for general and customer dedicated stock • Generate Stock PO's, mill indirect and may generate direct POs as well as mill returns as assigned • Maintain item costs • Process mill credits • Resolve PO and mill invoice discrepancies • Expedite inbound stock from suppliers • Follow up with warehouses and suppliers on receiving issues. Executes tactical buy-ins. • React to and resolve vendor invoice exceptions in a timely fashion. • Other duties as assigned. Key Metrics of success include: • Turn and Earn • DIOH • Buy-in Savings • E3 system utilization (AMR report) • % Inventory Current • Receipts per sku • Fill rate • PO accuracy2012-02-24 22:50:57United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60373168CADOWNEY, CA26747606http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/26747606/jobUSAVisaliaPosition Number: 60316108 Position Title: Superintendent, Raw Material Posting Period: 08/07/2010 To 05/20/2012 Business: Consumer Packaging Group Location: Visalia ,CA Job Group: 1st/Mid Level Officials & Mgrs Area of Interest: Manufacturing FLSA: Exempt Relocation Paid: Yes Description: Superintendent of Raw Materials position requires a self driven, process thinker to manage a production department and on-site raw material warehouse. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day activities of a 3-shift, 24/7 distribution and converting operation, drive efficiencies & improve systems. Experience in implementing measures to improve employee engagement, safety awareness, inventory controls, work methods, process flow, and customer service is required. Problem solving abilities, prioritizing work load, team member coaching and meeting deadlines are critical. The position requires strong computer skills including Word and Excel, minimum 3 years supervisory experience in a technical area and distribution environment. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. PL10.2009-05-06 02:14:27United StatesInternational PaperCalifornia60316108CAVisalia, CA10638191http://internationalpaper.jobs/xml/10638191/job