Site Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all site operations with a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance, quality, productivity, and cost control
• Supports Sofidel America’s Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP to promote a safe, sanitary, and hygienically sound workplace
• Support quality, housekeeping, and sanitation standards as well as assuring customer satisfaction
• Drive execution of the site’s operating plan and performance objectives
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Lead and develop salaried and hourly teams across production and operational functions
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, HR, and other stakeholders
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs), including safety, output, efficiency, waste, and reliability
• Support capital projects, asset performance initiatives, and operational improvements
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations

Essential Job Functions

• Strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and a team-oriented attitude
• Communicate in a manner that supports production - interact with managers, technicians, production personnel, and other operators regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems
• Use computer and peripherals, standard and customized software applications and tools, and usual production equipment
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and quality procedure manuals

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results in safety, quality, production, and cost
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work on-site in a manufacturing environment, including adherence to PPE and safety requirements
• Experience in tissue, paper, packaging, or similar process manufacturing
• Leading large, complex manufacturing operations
• Continuous improvement experience (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)

About the Role

Sofidel America is a leading manufacturer of tissue products, committed to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. We operate multiple paper mills across the United States and are part of the Sofidel Group, a global organization with a strong focus on environmental responsibility and delivering high-quality products to our customers. Sofidel America is seeking an experienced Site Operations Manager to lead overall operations at our Duluth, MN manufacturing facility.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Ongoing leadership development and professional growth opportunities
• A collaborative, performance-driven culture within a trusted global organization