Manager, Operations
Menasha · Illinois
📍 Minooka, Illinois💰 $129,000 - $161,000via workdayFirst listed here 2026-09-03
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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
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