Vancouver, Washington United States
At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.
And we need people like you to make it happen.
We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.
Job Summary
We are looking for a Production Manager in our Vancouver, Washington factory location, who is responsible for the process flow and production of printed products and is accountable for World Class Manufacturing (WCM) continuous improvements in process control, waste, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). As our Production Manager, you will have eight (8) Direct Reports and will focus on managing, directing and developing supervisors and process leaders while providing key leadership to employees working in the factory. This position reports to the Factory Director.
The position is based in Vancouver, Washington.
What you will do
As a Production Manager, you will:
- Lead and develop a group of production supervisors and Process Leaders to provide for alignment within their crews, increasing employee engagement, WCM maturity, and accountability for performance within their teams.
- Participate in the WCM steering team as well as the Autonomous Maintenance Pillar.
- Take a lead role in continuous improvement teams in the factory to develop WCM maturity focused on business results.
- Work cross functionally with other managers to ensure a high-quality product is created in a safe manner to deliver world-class service to the customer.
- Participate in Standing and Plant Operations Committee as management member with union personnel and handle 2nd step grievances.
- Manage capital projects as assigned to provide for proper integration with existing manufacturing processes.
We believe you have
- A Bachelor’s Degree related to manufacturing, engineering or business, or equivalent level achieved through experience.
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory and/or managerial role.
- Experience in packaging, paper, plastics, converting, or industrial manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Experience working with ERP (enterprise resource planning) systems is a plus.
- Experience with time-clock systems such as Kronos preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Expertise in Excel including pivot tables and formula usage an advantage.
- Ability to understand and program in VBA coding for macros usage is also advantageous but not required.
Pay Equity
Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus, competitive benefits, and work-related allowances.
- Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $ 103,800 USD - $ 148,100 USD
- Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS
- Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Paid parental leave and much more!
We Offer You
- A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
- A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
- An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
- Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements
Apply Now
If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.
This job posting expires on September 30, 2026.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.