Manufacturing Engineer - Nekoosa - $10,000 Sign on bonus

Operations Leader

• Manufacturing Operations (Coating & Rewinding) Lead Operations.

Build Teams. Drive Performance. At Appvion, we are looking for a hands-on Operations Leader to lead manufacturing operations within our 16/18 Building operations focused on coating and rewinding processes. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving safety, production performance, team development, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate thrives on building strong teams, solving operational challenges, and creating accountability while improving plant performance across SQDCP metrics. This role offers strong visibility within plant operations and the opportunity to directly influence operational efficiency, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives within a highly specialized manufacturing environment. What You'll Own Lead daily manufacturing operations for the 16/18 Building coating and rewinding areas Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity metrics Develop, coach, and lead hourly manufacturing teams while building a culture of accountability and engagement Partner cross-functionally with maintenance, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to improve operational performance Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, efficiency, and process reliability Support operational problem-solving and decision-making in a hands-on manufacturing environment Champion safe work practices and serve as a key safety leader within the operation What Makes You Successful Proven manufacturing leadership experience in a production environment Strong ability to lead teams, build accountability, and develop employees Experience driving continuous improvement and operational performance initiatives Ability to make sound decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Experience in paper converting, coating, chemical manufacturing, or related industrial manufacturing environments preferred Why Join Appvion Opportunity to lead within a specialized manufacturing operation with strong operational visibility Ability to make a measurable impact on plant performance and team culture Stable manufacturing environment with long-standing industry leadership Competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunity, and strong benefits package Career growth opportunities within operations leadership

We Can Offer You:

Benefits are the game changer! We value our employee's health and happiness by providing new hires benefit eligibility on the 1st of the month following date of hire.

Our benefits may include:

Relocation assistance available Low cost of living + stable manufacturing environment Hands-on engineering leadership opportunity High visibility role with direct plant impact Competitive medical, dental, life, AD&D, and vision insurance plans. Generous annual time off allotment, including vacation (based on company service), parental leave, paid volunteer time, sick or emergency time, and 12 holidays. Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year), scholarships for dependents, monthly cell phone reimbursement, and annual steel toe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement. 401(k), Employee Assistance Program (available to employees and their families), annual bonus program, referral bonus program (up to $1,750), STD, LTD, and much more!

Who We Are:

Nekoosa is the premier manufacturer of specialty print media, with a 60-year legacy of innovation. We offer an extensive portfolio of pressure sensitive films, waterproof synthetic paper, specialty print media, overlaminates, application tapes, and carbonless papers used to produce general-purpose signage; window, wall, and floor graphics; waterproof menus; cut lettering and decals; and multipart forms. Nekoosa has 6 locations across the U.S. and a partner, Fourbases, in Aalter, Belgium. Our expertise spans coating, converting, and custom plastic extrusion capabilities. We have built an energized culture focused on growth, employee development and market leadership. Our success is rooted in our people, and we are committed to promoting work/life balance and integration by investing significantly in employee-friendly policies and practices. Whether you are looking to start, make a change, or advance your career, find your path at Nekoosa, and leave your mark on the world.

The Fine Print:

A post-offer background check, and drug screen is required. Nekoosa provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact human resources at hr@nekoosa.com. M2SP #Nekoosa Manufacturing Engineer

• Nekoosa
• $10,000 Sign on bonus 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Nekoosa, WI 54457 Nekoosa 217 reviews Operations Leader
• Manufacturing Operations (Coating & Rewinding) Lead Operations.

Build Teams. Drive Performance. At Appvion, we are looking for a hands-on Operations Leader to lead manufacturing operations within our 16/18 Building operations focused on coating and rewinding processes. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving safety, production performance, team development, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate thrives on building strong teams, solving operational challenges, and creating accountability while improving plant performance across SQDCP metrics. This role offers strong visibility within plant operations and the opportunity to directly influence operational efficiency, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives within a highly specialized manufacturing environment. What You'll Own Lead daily manufacturing operations for the 16/18 Building coating and rewinding areas Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity metrics Develop, coach, and lead hourly manufacturing teams while building a culture of accountability and engagement Partner cross-functionally with maintenance, quality, engineering, and leadership teams to improve operational performance Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, efficiency, and process reliability Support operational problem-solving and decision-making in a hands-on manufacturing environment Champion safe work practices and serve as a key safety leader within the operation What Makes You Successful Proven manufacturing leadership experience in a production environment Strong ability to lead teams, build accountability, and develop employees Experience driving continuous improvement and operational performance initiatives Ability to make sound decisions in a dynamic manufacturing environment Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Experience in paper converting, coating, chemical manufacturing, or related industrial manufacturing environments preferred Why Join Appvion Opportunity to lead within a specialized manufacturing operation with strong operational visibility Ability to make a measurable impact on plant performance and team culture Stable manufacturing environment with long-standing industry leadership Competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunity, and strong benefits package Career growth opportunities within operations leadership

We Can Offer You:

Benefits are the game changer! We value our employee's health and happiness by providing new hires benefit eligibility on the 1st of the month following date of hire.

Our benefits may include:

Relocation assistance available Low cost of living + stable manufacturing environment Hands-on engineering leadership opportunity High visibility role with direct plant impact Competitive medical, dental, life, AD&D, and vision insurance plans. Generous annual time off allotment, including vacation (based on company service), parental leave, paid volunteer time, sick or emergency time, and 12 holidays. Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year), scholarships for dependents, monthly cell phone reimbursement, and annual steel toe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement. 401(k), Employee Assistance Program (available to employees and their families), annual bonus program, referral bonus program (up to $1,750), STD, LTD, and much more!

Who We Are:

Nekoosa is the premier manufacturer of specialty print media, with a 60-year legacy of innovation. We offer an extensive portfolio of pressure sensitive films, waterproof synthetic paper, specialty print media, overlaminates, application tapes, and carbonless papers used to produce general-purpose signage; window, wall, and floor graphics; waterproof menus; cut lettering and decals; and multipart forms. Nekoosa has 6 locations across the U.S. and a partner, Fourbases, in Aalter, Belgium. Our expertise spans coating, converting, and custom plastic extrusion capabilities. We have built an energized culture focused on growth, employee development and market leadership. Our success is rooted in our people, and we are committed to promoting work/life balance and integration by investing significantly in employee-friendly policies and practices. Whether you are looking to start, make a change, or advance your career, find your path at Nekoosa, and leave your mark on the world.

The Fine Print:

A post-offer background check, and drug screen is required. Nekoosa provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact human resources at hr@nekoosa.com. M2SP #Nekoosa