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Insero Talent Solutions is recruiting a Continuous Improvement Manager for a fast growing manufacturing company in Rochester, NY.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Continuous Improvement Manager leads process optimization initiatives across all departments to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality. This role drives Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies to identify opportunities for waste reduction, standardization, and performance improvement. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable process changes that deliver measurable results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate continuous improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
• Analyze data to identify performance gaps and develop strategies to address root causes.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma tools to streamline workflows and eliminate waste.
• Partner with department leaders to develop and execute improvement action plans.
• Standardize processes and establish best practices across manufacturing and administrative functions.
• Monitor KPIs and use visual management tools to track progress and communicate results.
• Support training and development programs that promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and HR teams to integrate improvement initiatives across all business functions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and data-driven insights for leadership review.
• Ensure all improvement activities align with company objectives, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or operations with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification required; Black Belt preferred.
• Proven track record in process optimization, cost reduction, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities with a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.

Core Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills
• Data-driven decision making
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication
• Adaptability and results orientation

Job Title: Project Manager

Industry: Facilities Services/Management

Location: Rochester, NY

Salary: $94,000 - $104,000/year

Work Model: Fully On-site

Openings: 2

Travel Required: ~30% Annually

Job Description:

Join our Facilities Management team in a fast-paced, customer-focused role delivering construction management, architectural design, and code compliance support across a diverse portfolio of projects. This position manages multiple initiatives—from renovations and capital infrastructure improvements to equipment installations—while overseeing budgets, schedules, contractors, and project execution from concept through closeout. The role partners closely with maintenance, operations, and stakeholders to drive value engineering, process efficiencies, and cost improvements. Candidates should be comfortable working in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities, and traveling up to 30% as needed. Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance may also be required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, tracks and manages project budget, project plans, timelines and scope
• Manage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching and advising
• Partner closely with other members of functional project teams to define business requirements
• Lead teams of developers in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needs
• Define test plans and ensure that products are defect free before User Acceptance Testing
• Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and procedures
• Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses
• Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilized
• Make presentations to steering committees or project sponsors

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, a related field, or sufficient job experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
• 5-7 years' experience in a commercial property environment
• Proven project management experience
• People management and team building skills
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible/ adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities
• Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization
• Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology applications/products and business functions
• Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large-scale, multi-platform systems environment

Compensation:

$94,000 - $104,000/year

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Healthcare benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, financial protection benefits, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options. 401k retirement account access is offered starting on the 90th day with employer matching after one year of service. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Technical Facilities Manager | $110k - $130k | Healthcare, Rochester NY

Your new company

Hays have partnered with a leading energy infrastructure service firm, who are looking to hire an experienced Facilities Management leader to oversee the operation and optimization of a Central Energy Plant (CEP). The role will work with key stakeholders in guiding best-in-class energy strategies for thermal producing assets in a healthcare facility.

Your new role

As the Technical Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for analyzing daily energy usage and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and improve operational practices. Working daily with internal teams and 3rd party vendors, you will provide mentorship on energy management and support the development of long‑term strategies to maximize performance. The role will take full responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the CEP, ensuring all systems run safely, reliably, and efficiently. This includes managing maintenance reserve accounts, overseeing operator training, maintaining an up‑to‑date plant operating manual, and coordinating troubleshooting activities with both on‑site staff and remote support teams. You will also collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to align project activities with ongoing operations.

What you'll need to succeed

• PE preferred or FE and working towards obtaining PE.
• 4+ years’ experience in any of the following: management experience in a central plant or facility, mechanical construction with a large mechanical subcontractor or MEP design consultant managing multiple sites with large teams.
• 4 year Mechanical Engineering degree (plus, not required).
• Well versed in building codes and standards.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask projects in a fast-paced environment.

What you'll get in return

You will have the opportunity to work with one of the nation’s largest energy‑as‑a‑service providers, with more than a century of industry expertise. With established accounts and long‑term contracts across some of the country’s largest healthcare and education systems, you will play a key role alongside experienced leaders in a mission‑critical environment.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our Advanced Materials & Chemicals division onsite in Rochester, NY. You will support Film Finishing organization within the Industrial Films and Chemicals division at Eastman Business Park. In this role, you’ll provide mechanical and process engineering support for day-to-day operations and lead projects that enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and drive root cause analysis.

• Lead capital projects from concept through implementation.

• Design mechanical components and systems using SolidWorks and GD&T principles.

• Own the process flow for assigned product lines, ensuring efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and quality teams on process improvements.

• Support documentation and quality systems to ensure compliance.

• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or equivalent and 5–10 years of relevant experience OR Associate's degree and 5-10 years relevant experience.

• Strong mechanical design skills and proficiency in SolidWorks.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, organize, and execute projects.

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).

• A strong work ethic, high motivation, and Self- Starter.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing practices.

• Knowledge of SPC, DOE, or Six Sigma process improvement methods.

• Ability to use statistical methods for data analysis.

• Strong communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Learn more about Film Finishing:

Inside Sales Representative - Safety and fall protection equipment (B2B only)

Location: Rochester, NY

Client is a global manufacturer of custom fabricated safety equipment such as fall protection anchor points, rails, guards, etc.

Position is B2B and begins as inside sales supporting the national sales manager, with career development into major/key account management.

Customer base:

• Commercial/industrial construction
• Industrial/manufacturing operations
• Construction or rebuilding utiliites/power generation

Example backgrounds: Fasteners, ties, concrete/forms, trusses, commercial roofing, rigging/cranes, fall protection and safety products, commercial buildings and building materials, commercial HVAC, electrical or lighting, etc.

KEY THINGS (must have or won't be considered)

• Experience to include 2+ years of B2B sales of products - ideally engineered - into industries noted above
• Understanding of some aspects of commercial/industrial construction/remodel
• Experience

Responsibilities:

• Provide inside sales and customer support in partnership with the U.S. Sales Manager, including handling leads, quotes, and follow‑up.
• Develop relationships with local customers, building a pipeline of work with new and existing customers
• Develop a relationship with larger/key accounts in the U.S., acting as account manager full cycle account manager (this is still primarily inside; some individual visits possible)
• Work with customers to ensure best value for them and for company using company's custom engineering and fabrication capabilities.
• Learn product and service offerings and grow to be a resource relying on a sonsultative sales approach with the larger/key accounts.
• Tracking entire process with company CRM/ERP system .
• Work both company‑provided qualified leads and self‑generated leads; actively pursue both.

Requirements:

• Some B2B sales experience selling into "items", ideally needing some technical expertise, construction, cranes/rigging, tools, safety/fall protection, manufacturing or the like.
• Strong safety mindset – you will represent safety products!
• Some experience with consultative selling, not strictly “off the shelf” or bulk transactions.
• Excellent communication skills - on sites, with customers, in presentations, etc
• Must be able to work legally in the U.S. without any visa requirements now or in the future

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Base is $60k - $70k; on target earnings $90k - $105k (Depending on your experience)

Estimator

Rochester, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with a General Contractor in search of an Estimator to join its team! Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Construction Estimator to support commercial construction and development projects. This individual will play a vital role in the preconstruction process, contributing to the development of accurate and comprehensive cost estimates from conceptual budgeting through final bid.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly alongside a seasoned estimator and the company’s owner, gaining hands-on mentorship and exposure to high-level decision-making. The organization is open to candidates at varying levels of experience who demonstrate strong analytical capability, curiosity, and a desire to grow within the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed and comprehensive cost estimates for commercial construction projects from conceptual design through final bid
• Perform thorough quantity takeoffs and analyze drawings and specifications to ensure complete scope coverage
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals to ensure competitive and accurate pricing
• Identify scope gaps, constructability considerations, risk exposures, and cost drivers during preconstruction
• Collaborate closely with project management and field leadership to align budgets with execution strategy
• Assist in the development of conceptual budgets, value engineering alternatives, and comparative cost analyses
• Support bid strategy formulation and proposal preparation
• Manage pre-engineered metal building quoting and ordering processes
• Maintain organized estimating files, documentation, and historical cost data to strengthen future forecasting accuracy
• Participate in continuous learning and mentorship opportunities with senior leadership

Requirements

• Experience in commercial construction estimating preferred; all experience levels will be considered
• Foundational understanding of construction means, methods, and materials
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Eagerness to learn and develop under experienced leadership

Salary Range

• $80k-$95k

JK Executive Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of JK Executive Strategies to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.

At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

LOCATION: Rochester, NY

SUMMARY: The primary focus of the intern will be to assist the technical staff testing physical properties of flexible packaging, both for new development and production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Work in the Corporate lab gathering data such as bond strength, seal strength, tensile strength, moisture/oxygen barrier, sustainability and other material testing.
• Tasked with project work and analysis of the data they collect.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Packaging Science.

Experience with lab equipment such as tensile tester, heat sealer, etc.

Experience with Microsoft Excel

Ability to gather data competently into a report format

Statistical Experience is optional

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

LOCATION: Remote - Upstate/Downstate NY areas

SUMMARY: The Digital Account Manager will meet the goals of APC and its customers. This role is responsible for executing strategies to expand American Packaging's presence within the assigned territory or market and grow Digitally Printed Packaging revenue through effective sales techniques, strong customer relationships, and consistent communication. The Digital Account Manager will ensure timely and exceptional service solutions and will independently manage and grow Digital accounts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Build strong product and customer knowledge, offering creative solutions to internal and external customers.
• Active pipeline development, identify key decision-makers and collaborate with business partners to secure opportunities.
• Manage accounts, develop and implement plans to increase market share.
• Develop strategies for NBOs and monitor their status in CRM/commercialization systems.
• Coordinate activities with Customer Service and Graphics.
• Administer pricing policies to maximize profitability and leverage commercialization tools to request or execute quotes.
• Set sales goals, prepare tailored proposals, and follow up with customers.
• Facilitate product development and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Develop sales plans, complete quarterly/monthly reports, and participate in industry events.
• Qualify leads and provide updates to Sales Leadership.
• Maintain CRM data promptly with accuracy and conduct market research for new opportunities.
• Ownership over AR collections where needed and support customer through urgent requests and quality issues to resolution.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university in Business, Sales, or Marketing or relevant field. A person should have above average analytical and organizational skills, be able to prioritize duties, and communicate well. 2+ years proven selling and relationship building experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure documents. Ability to effectively present information, including financial information, and respond to questions from top management, managers, general users and customers.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

These demands include:

• Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and travel.
• Moving through APC and customer facilities safety.
• Operate office machines such as computers, copiers, fax machines, etc.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Excel in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at: .

At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

LOCATION: COE

Shift - 12 Hour Nights - 2-2-3 Schedule

SUMMARY: Directly supervises production employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Safety
• Leads safety efforts throughout all departments in manufacturing.
• Actively participates in safety programs and makes safety observations, also is a contributing member of a safety team.
• Reviews all observations and accepts responsibility for follow up.
• Conduct Incident investigations & send out by email before the end of the shift when an incident happens.
• Follow up investigation & TOR completed with the department manager within 24hrs.
• Accountability for fire drills & tornado drills, where applicable.

• Equipment Facilitator
• Manages & is responsible for operations of assigned machines 24 hours a day.
• Housekeeping, implementation & maintaining the 5s program.
• Conduct meetings daily with assigned personnel.
• Review Safety Concerns, Maintenance Concerns, Production #s, and Customer complaints.
• Responsible for evaluating employees assigned on shift.
• Look ahead on the schedule & have run conditions for jobs.
• Coordinate with maintenance the work orders & PMs.

• General Responsibilities
• Facilitate on the job training and instruction for team members on the correct use of tools and equipment to ensure proper safety and operating procedures are followed.
• Management representative responsible for all plant operations on off shifts and weekend operations.
• Approves color matching for presses on scheduled shift, where applicable.
• Strong communication with Department Managers on all process and personnel issues.
• Makes decisions concerning troubleshooting and employee issues.
• Knows, understands, implements, & enforces plant procedures and policies.
• Processes shift reports from production and waste on scheduled shift.
• Analyzes production and improves process where opportunity exists.
• Sign off on Finishing run sheets ensuring correct specs are maintained and schedule is accurate on night shifts.
• Leads teams formed to deal with production, manufacturing and safety issues.
• Daily 5s shift audits.
• Daily production status report
• Ensure Raw Material Rejections have required MFG data to process. Coordinate priorities and efforts of maintenance and the engineers
• Inspecting & sign off on all retains & ensure that good quality product is being produced.
• Cylinder check sheets.
• Adjust crews accordingly to minimize OT but still meet goals.
• OK sheets filled out & check off.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; with one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

Commercialization Manager

LOCATION: COE

SUMMARY: This role provides cross-functional execution and support that drive APC performance and optimizes our business processes between finance, plant operations, R&D, supply chain, demand & production planning.

Lead and ensure that projects meet established success criteria in a timely manner. Provide continuing technical support for existing brands. Manages tasks and activities associated with the commercialization of new products or technologies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Monitors status of key deliverables.
• Works with stakeholders to resolve unexpected events as necessary, while ensuring successful deliverable dates occur as scheduled.
• Interact with R&D teams, functional support and geographic managers to consider and plan for commercialization support.
• Produce weekly reporting and plans that capture upcoming milestones, events and key deliverables.
• Partner with Leadership to set the business technology agenda, closing the gap between translating the business needs into suitable technology solves.
• Ensure on-time delivery of roadmap via effective project & stakeholder management.
• Develop and deliver timely and concise training sessions with appropriate materials to ensure clear understanding of new enhancements / features / or systems for Global Commercialization.
• Manages Customer Service Group.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Previous experience and strong mind set in Customer Service, continuous improvement and change management.

Requires exemplary oral and written communication skills to influence and negotiate timetables, solutions to technical problems and design modifications, costs, and technical concepts to leadership. Organizational Leadership and Change Management.

Act as the voice of the customer by understanding how our products fit into customers' needs and business processes.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent, 5-10 years of Customer Service Management Technical operations management and/or Development and business experience. Combination of education and experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While doing inventory you stand, climb, stoop frequently. While putting parts away you lift parts that usually weigh 1lb. to 35lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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