Assistant Paper Machine Superintendent

About the role

Provide support to the operations of a one machine Coated Recycled Board mill to expand the capabilities of both the process & personnel in order to sustain best in class operating and cost performance. The role will be heavily involved in training development & execution, identification & execution of process improvement projects, as well as supervising the four Shift Supervisors and filling in for Shift Supervision on a relief basis. Direction will be provided by the Mill Superintendent; however, the successful candidate must exercise discretion and independent judgment in prioritizing work. Results are reviewed through mill key performance metrics for safety, succession planning, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Actively promotes and models safety in all aspects of daily mill operations.
• Oversees all activities, training, development and performance management of the Shift Supervisors.
• Provides shift supervision on a vacation relief basis.
• Workforce scheduling and managing utilization of extra work helpers.
• Facilitate coordination between production and maintenance.
• Generates work instructions for development of the Compliant Pro training system.
• Identifies and executes process improvement projects aimed at increasing safety, quality, and productivity utilizing LSS (Six Sigma) methodology.
• Coordinates production crew training.
• Ensures adherence to established safety standards using BBS (Behavior Based Safety) principles.
• Provides mill support as part of the Operations Call Duty rotation.
• Assists in troubleshooting and resolving operating issues including identification & execution on long term corrective actions.
• Assists in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong functional knowledge of the paper manufacturing process including: recycled pulping, screening & cleaning, wet end operations, drying, coating, and winding.
• Demonstrated strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Capability to develop and desire to promote to the Machine Superintendent role in 1-3 years.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Proficient in PI (Process Information System) utilization or equivalent process database.
• Proficient in JDE or equivalent CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics (such as MS Office applications) in order to store, organize and analyze department operational data as well as generate training documents.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management.
• Plan, schedule, and organize tasks in order to meet deadlines.
• Make/implement operational changes to improve efficiency, productivity and quality of service.
• Make effective and supportable personnel decisions, evaluate performance, discipline constructively, and handle employer/employee problems and grievances.
• Supervise, train and motivate employees.
• Analyze and resolve problems.
• Exercise independent and discretionary judgment.

Qualifications

• Four (4) year degree in Paper Science or Chemical Engineering discipline or equivalent.
• 3-10 years of experience in manufacturing operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior supervisory experience in a Union environment.
• LSS (Six Sigma) Green Belt Certification.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.