Area Operations Manager - Paper Mill

Key Responsibilities

• Lead productivity and continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable results
• Implement and utilize systems to effectively manage performance, quality, and safety
• Provide leadership coverage for operations as needed, including filling in for machine or area managers
• Set clear expectations and hold teams accountable to safety, production, and quality standards
• Lead, coach, and develop both hourly and salaried employees
• Promote strong safety leadership and foster a culture of accountability and engagement
• Collaborate effectively with peers and cross-functional partners across the mill

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to lead teams in a 24-hour, multi-crew manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success driving organizational effectiveness and developing talent
• Able to manage change and lead improvement initiatives
• Strong computer and systems aptitude
• Proven teamwork and collaboration skills within a paper mill or similar industrial setting
• Strong commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical training and experience
• 5+ years of experience in coated, wood-free paper manufacturing operations
• Extensive operational experience including: On-machine coating, On-machine calendering, Winder operations
• Experience in large, high-speed coated paper operations preferred

Pay

Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job.