Assistant Converting Production Manager
Assistant Converting Production Manager
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04-07-2025
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Job Description
Assistant Converting Production Manager
Duluth MN On-Site
Exempt
Monday- Friday
Sofidel America of Duluth is currently seeking an Assistant Converting Production Manager. An ideal team member is local to the Twin Ports region has previous manufacturing leadership experience and interested in a team-based work setting. At Sofidel our workforce is engaged dependable and values a team-based culture.
Sofidel America a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group is a leading manufacturer of hygiene paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States and headquartered in Horsham PA Sofidel America operates manufacturing plants in ten states including Minnesota. With subsidiaries in 15 countries and over 7500 employees worldwide Sofidel Group is dedicated to producing high-quality paper for hygienic and domestic use.
The Duluth location is undergoingrapid expansion making it an exciting time to join our are currently seeking a team member to join our Converting department to support Converting Operations. This role is a key player in our growth journey as well as our leadership group. This role will also work closely with our Production Engineers and our Operations team members.
Scope
The Assistant Converting Production Manager works in conjunction with the Production Manager and is the immediate back-up for this position. This role assumes responsibility and full accountability for production employees and manufacturing assets to deliver acceptable results in terms of safety quality and productivity. As a critical member of the Operations team this role continuously supports Sofidels Employee Personal Practice Policy.
Job Responsibilities
An individual must be able to successfully carry out each key responsibility for this position. To enable eligible people with disabilities to perform the necessary functions reasonable accommodations may be made.
- Maintain a safe work area and comply with safety procedures and equipment operating rules keeping work area in a clean and orderly condition.
- Supports Sofidel Americas Good Manufacturing Practice and HACCP to promote a safe sanitary and hygienically sound workplace.
- Support quality housekeeping and sanitation standards as well as ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Set priorities and schedule manufacturing processes. Verify equipment KPI reporting.
- Identify and report operational and maintenance issues to avoid production delays.
- Schedule routine inspections and maintenance on production equipment to avoid equipment breakdowns and malfunctions.
- Make certain that all tools materials and supplies are always accessible to carry out production processes.
- Assist in interviewing hiring and training new employees.
- Manage employee performance reviews evaluations and promotions.
- Manage employee corrective action process in coordination with Human Resources.
- Analyze resource requirements and work allocation for production operations.
- Improve productivity efficiency and waste management through analysis development and implementation.
- Control and reduce labor costs including overtime and temporary labor by managing the process of scheduling employee work hours.
- Initiate and implement improvement plans when repetitive problems exist.
- Work closely with the Manager and the Quality Department to improve productivity quality and efficiency.
- Perform or assist with any operations as required to maintain workflow to meet schedules and quality requirements. Notify supervision of unusual equipment or operating problems and the need for additional material and supplies.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- An Associate or Bachelors degree is preferred.
- 3-5 years of related work experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
- Previous management or leadership experience preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Windows Word Excel and Outlook.
- Have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of SAP preferred
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and quality and procedure manuals.
- Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
Company Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Professional and safe work environment
- Bonus Opportunities
- Substantial 401(k) Match
- Competitive Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Professional training and development
Work Environment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes eye and ear protection reflective vests and hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection.
Physical Demands: Lift/Carry Requirements:
Stand
O (Occasionally)
10 lbs. or less
F (Frequently)
Walk
O (Occasionally)
11-20 lbs.
O (Occasionally)
Sit
F (Frequently)
21-50 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)
Handling /Fingering
F (Frequently)
51- 100 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)
Reach Outward
F (Frequently)
Over 100 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)
Reach Above Shoulder
O (Occasionally)
Push / Pull
O (Occasionally)
Climb
N (Not Applicable)
12 lbs. or less
F (Frequently)
Crawl
N (Not Applicable)
13-25 lbs.
O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel
O (Occasionally)
26-40 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)
Bend
O (Occasionally)
41-100 lbs.
N (Not Applicable)
Key
N (Not Applicable)
Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)
Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently)
Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly)
Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)
Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. Sofidel America is committed to all federal state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants employment decision at the company will be based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all terms conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all Sofidel America facilities.
ADA Statement for Accommodation:
Sofidel America complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employees ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions responsibilities skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform as the Company may deem appropriate.
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Employment Type
Full Time
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