Belong Here. Lead Here. Build a Career — Not Just a Job.
Finishing Department Manager – Malnove Packaging | Jacksonville, FL
At Malnove, we don’t just produce packaging — we build careers, develop leaders, and create a workplace people are proud to call home.
As a family-owned, independent company with over 75 years of success, Malnove has been a trusted leader in folding carton packaging since 1948.
Our longevity isn’t by accident — it’s driven by our commitment to people, continuous improvement, and a culture rooted in our core values: Family, Passion, Pride, and Service.
We are seeking a Finishing Department Manager who is ready to lead from the front, develop high-performing teams, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Why Malnove? This Is More Than a Job — It’s a Career Move.
At Malnove, your impact matters — and so does your future.
- Career Growth, Not Just Stability
- Many of our leaders started on the floor and built long-term careers here. We invest in your development and create real pathways for advancement.
- Values-Driven Culture
We operate like a team and treat each other like family. Our culture is built on trust, accountability, and mutual respect — not just words on a wall.
With decades of steady growth and a commitment to long-term decision-making, Malnove offers a level of security that’s rare in manufacturing. We never settle. From our operations to our people, we are always pushing to get better — together. Training, leadership development, and hands-on learning are part of how we grow our people every day.
Your Impact as Finishing Department Manager
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- A Company That Invests in You
This is a key leadership role responsible for driving performance, developing talent, and ensuring operational excellence in our finishing department.
You will:
- Lead and develop supervisors, leads, and operators into a high-performing, engaged team
- Drive safety, quality, and productivity performance across finishing operations
- Champion a continuous improvement culture — challenging the status quo and finding better ways to work
- Ensure efficient scheduling, workflow, and on-time delivery
- Partner cross-functionally with production, maintenance, and leadership teams
- Build a culture of accountability, communication, and ownership
- Develop future leaders and strengthen bench strength within the department
What Success Looks Like
You are a leader who:
- Leads with Passion – brings energy, urgency, and a relentless drive for results
- Takes Pride in Your Work – owns outcomes and holds a high standard for yourself and your team
- Serves Others First – supports your team, partners across departments, and prioritizes customer success
- Builds a Family Culture – earns trust, develops people, and creates a team people want to be part of
These aren’t just traits — they reflect how we define excellence at Malnove.
What You Bring
- Proven leadership experience in manufacturing (preferably folding carton or packaging)
- Strong understanding of finishing operations, scheduling, and workflow management
- Track record of developing people and building strong teams
- Clear focus on continuous improvement and operational performance
- Effective communicator with a hands-on, floor-driven leadership style
- Ability to drive results while maintaining a positive, team-first environment
About Malnove
Malnove is a privately held, family-owned packaging company delivering innovative folding carton solutions to leading brands across North America.
With strategically located facilities and a commitment to quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we provide end-to-end packaging solutions — from design to delivery — while building lasting relationships with both our customers and our associates.
We are proud of our past — and even more excited about the future we’re building together.
Ready to Lead and Grow with Us?
If you’re looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop people, and build a long-term career, Malnove is the place for you.
Join a company where your leadership matters — and your future is supported.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
