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Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

Your Role: The responsibility of this role is to direct and lead operating performance for the Paper Mill Department, including safety, environmental, quality, cost control, productivity, and ...

Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

Your Role: The responsibility of this role is to direct and lead operating performance for the Paper Mill Department, including safety, environmental, quality, cost control, productivity, and ...

Ahlstrom

Paper Mill Supervisor

Kaukauna, WI · On-site

The Paper Mill Supervisor has overall responsibility for managing the daily activities of on-shift crews in the paper mill, including directing shift maintenance demands for operating the business.

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ASST SUPT-PAPER MILL

Massillon, OH

Direct efforts to comply with Corporate, State and Federal Environmental and Occupational Safety ... paper mill processes, powerhouse, and maintenance to ensure maximum efficiency. 5. Manage paper ...

Westrock

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Longview, WA · On-site

$93K - $155K/yr

Position has direct reporting responsibilities to the Paper Mill Manager which includes assignment of work to Crews and compliance with policies and applicable laws and oversight of individual ...

Pratt Industries

Assistant Mill Chemist

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$18.75 - $25.25/hr

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in Paper Mill Chemistry or Chemical Technical Service (Direct Paper Mill experience is highly preferred). Skills & Core Competencies: * Technical ...

Domtar

Paper Machine Coordinator

Hawesville, KY · On-site

Paper Machine Coordinator - Fine Paper Mill Hawesville (FPM H2) Reporting to the H2 Paper Machine ... and direct Mill operations during weekends and/or holidays as needed Actively support and ...

Twin Rivers Paper Company

Mill Manager

Potsdam, NY · On-site

$120K - $175K/yr

Twin Rivers Paper Company, headquartered in Madawaska, Maine, is an integrated specialty paper ... The Mill Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the safe operations of ...

Westrock

Sr. Mgr, Mfg Ops

Longview, WA · On-site

$140K - $200K/yr

This Assistant Paper Mill Manager position is a dual-focus leadership role responsible for the total performance of a subset of the paper mill operations while providing direct oversight and ...

Westrock

Supv, Mfg Ops

Evadale, TX · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

Must have minimum of 5 years of pulp/paper mill experience * 3+ years of direct supervisory experience on paper machines required * Experience implementing safety initiatives * Proven track record of ...

Westrock

Dir, Mfg Ops

Florence, SC · On-site

Ability to direct continuous improvement in all areas, but with special emphasis on safety ... Ops Manager, Operations Manager, GM, General Manager, Paper Mill Manager, Business Unit Manager ...

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Shift Supervisor

International Falls, MN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

... directed work teams. Ability to work with Paper Machine Shift Supervisors to ensure seamless coordination between Riverside and City Side areas of the mill. Effective daily communication with crew ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for director paper mill in the United States is $36.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $51.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Paper Mill vs Production Manager Paper Mill?

AspectDirector Paper MillProduction Manager Paper Mill
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire mill operations, strategic planning, and long-term goalsManages daily production activities, ensures efficiency and safety
CredentialsTypically requires extensive experience in pulp and paper industry, often a degree in engineering or related fieldRequires experience in manufacturing, often with technical or engineering background
Work EnvironmentExecutive office and plant oversightFactory floor and production areas
ScopeBroad, including multiple departments and strategic initiativesFocused on production processes and team management

The main difference between a Director Paper Mill and a Production Manager Paper Mill lies in scope and responsibilities. The Director oversees overall mill strategy and operations, while the Production Manager focuses on daily production activities. Both roles require industry experience, but the Director's role is more strategic and broad in scope.

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Paper Mill Manager

Paper Mill Manager

Domtar

Johnsonburg, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Domtar rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

187th of 519 rated manufacturers

Job description

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.
Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.
The location in Johnsonburg, (Pennsylvania, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Paper Mill Manager. This job is full-time permanent.
Your Role:
The responsibility of this role is to direct and lead operating performance for the Paper Mill Department, including safety, environmental, quality, cost control, productivity, and employee relations and engagement. The Paper Mill area is comprised of two paper machines producing a total of 1046 tpd. The machines produce a wide range of papers with basis weights from 26# to 70# per 3300, high bulk to super smooth. These operations include the direction of all operation salaried employees and indirect supervision of all hourly operations and some hourly maintenance employees. This position reports directly to the Mill Manager.
Your Responsibilities:
  • Safety, environmental and quality leader of the mill's operating team; including Paper Mill Departments.
  • Lead, motivate, and support a team within a time-sensitive and demanding environment, including setup and implementation of career development plans for all direct reports and problem resolution.
  • Responsible for personnel succession and development planning for the unit.
  • Conduct budget reviews and manage cost improvement plans.
  • Engage in long-term planning to create initiatives that further the mill's goals.
  • Assess budget information to find ways to minimize expenses and optimize profits.
  • Creates budgets, studies business forecasts, and analyzes financial data to control business unit costs.
  • Identifying potential problems and work to find solutions to maximize efficiency and revenue.
  • Identifying opportunities to position the mill for maximum profitability.
  • Manage data collection to update operations metrics to achieve productivity targets, reduce costs per unit, eliminate errors, and deliver excellent quality performance.
  • Drives strategy and execution in all areas and holds the business unit accountable for delivering the desired results.
  • Maintains a presence on the plant floor, driving two-way communication with all employees.
  • Effectively communicates business unit goals and results to peers, superiors, and corporate stakeholders.
  • Embraces reliability practices including planning & scheduling, essential care, and condition monitoring.
  • Ensures the quality of product leaving the mill meets or exceeds customer expectations through the consistent use of quality systems, operator training and auditing.
  • Leads the annual and long-term capital planning process championing projects deemed important to the department.

Your Profile:
  • Bachelor's degree in paper, Engineering or a related field
  • 10+ years experience working in paper manufacturing
  • 15+ years leadership experience
  • Exceptionally strong leadership skills
  • Strong relationship and teamwork values
  • Strong coach and mentor, leading by example
  • Expert in Reliability and Continuous Improvement principles and techniques
  • Experience with Unions

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions).
Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.
Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.
To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.

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