Area Manufacturing Manager - Power Systems

June 23, 2026

The Area Manufacturing Manager provides high level manufacturing expertise in the application of best available technology and practices for all PCA facilities. The Area Manufacturing Manager works with mill manufacturing, plant personnel, and corporate resources to facilitate the exchange of best practices. The ideal candidate will have project management, equipment installation, and start-up experience, as well as preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and project design experience. **Relocation is not required but must have the ability to travel up to 80% to various PCA locations. Requirements: <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide technical support to the business and manufacturing operations.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Thorough understanding of 13.8KV to 120VAC power distribution systems and installation requirements.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Knowledge of power system design criteria</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Knowledge of SKM analysis software or EasyPower and ability to adapt to SKM.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience in programming and setting up protection relays for power systems and motors</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience developing breaker and protection relay settings, GE UR relays a plus</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Knowledgeable in breaker and MV Motor starter maintenance</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide project management support across the business when and where needed as projects arise.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide technical training to plant personnel on newly installed technologies.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Develop plans, specifications and reports.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Make actionable recommendations based on sound engineering judgment.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.</li> </ul> Basic Qualifications: <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">10+ years as Electrical Power Engineer, Project Engineer (Power System preferred) or Field Tech Support</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Paper Mill or Box Plant Experience a plus</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to travel 80% of the time and can reside anywhere in lower 48 states with good access to reliable air transportation.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence and persuade others.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Excellent organization and planning skills are a requirement.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to work well with consulting engineers, local electricity providers, and local authorities having jurisdiction.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code, NPFA-70E, and Electrical Safety in the Workplace.</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.</li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications: <ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">GE UR and Motor protection relay familiarity</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">SKM Power analysis software</li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Microsoft Project and Autocad ability</li> </ul> COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS <ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 40px; color: #1c1c1e; font-family: Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, 'Noto Sans'; font-size: 16px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"> <li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background-color: white; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Starting salary range for position: $129,500-$185,000</li> <li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background-color: white; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bonus: Annual – Based upon individual contribution and overall, Company performance. </li> <li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background-color: white; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year. </li> </ul> <ul style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; list-style-type: disc; padding-left: 40px; color: #1c1c1e; font-family: Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, 'Noto Sans'; font-size: 16px; white-space: normal; background-color: #ffffff;"> <li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background-color: white; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Paid Holidays.</li> <li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background-color: white; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.</li> <li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background-color: white; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.</li> <li style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; background-color: white; margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.</li> </ul> PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered. #LI-HS1

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