Paper Machine Superintendent

About the role

Join DAVID LAVOIE's team as a Paper Machine Superintendent in Ashland and help build a more sustainable future. As our Paper Machine Superintendent, you'll lead a key area of operations in one of our largest manufacturing facilities, Cascades Bear Island, where your decisions and leadership will have a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop frontline supervisors (4) and hourly employees (60+) to build capability, accountability and drive operational excellence across the production team.
• Lead daily paper machine operations to achieve SQDEP performance targets (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Efficiency, People).
• Drive execution of daily management systems, including structured shift handovers and production reviews.
• Use operational metrics and production data to identify improvement opportunities and deliver sustainable results.
• Monitor performance, identify losses, and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Expand your leadership impact by coaching supervisors and developing high-performing production teams.
• Champion a strong safety culture through visible leadership, audits, risk reduction initiatives, and incident investigations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and employee engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 5–8+ years of progressive experience in paper manufacturing or similar heavy manufacturing industry.
• Strong technical understanding of paper machine operations.
• Proven success leading production teams and developing employees in a manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results through problem-solving, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Exposure to reliability programs, lean manufacturing practices, or manufacturing excellence systems.
• Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills with a passion for developing people.

Benefits

• A competitive annual base salary from $110,000 to $140,000 with flexibility depending on your experience & expertise.
• Profit sharing and an employee share purchase plan.
• Relocation support available for qualified candidates ready to take the next step in their leadership career.
• A full range of benefits: group insurance, telemedicine, and an employer-supported retirement plan.
• An annual allowance to spend on goods and services of your choice.
• A yearly wellness program and employee assistance program.
• A collaborative, respectful, and people-centered workplace.