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Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

... fill the position of Paper Mill Manager . This job is full-time permanent. Your Role: The ... Maintains a presence on the plant floor, driving two-way communication with all employees.

Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA

... fill the position of Paper Mill Manager . This job is full-time permanent. Your Role: The ... Maintains a presence on the plant floor, driving two-way communication with all employees.

USG Corporation

Paper Mill Department Manager

Otsego, MI · On-site

$100K - $134K/yr

Paper Mill Department Manager Department: Production Plant: Otsego Paper Mill Reports to: Otsego ... Maintains a complete safety and housekeeping program and delegates execution of this program to ...

Kruger, Inc.

Paper Mill Superintendent

Memphis, TN · On-site

The Superintendent works closely with maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to improve ... REPORTING The Paper Mill Superintendent reports to the Assistant General Manager . Accountabilities ...

Smurfit Westrock

Sr. Mgr, Maintenance

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for providing expertise and leadership for mill electrical ... Working knowledge of power, pulp, and paper mill processes. * Personal computer skills Competencies:

Westrock

Sr. Mgr, Maintenance

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for providing expertise and leadership for mill electrical ... Working knowledge of power, pulp, and paper mill processes. * Personal computer skills Competencies:

Kruger, Inc.

Paper Mill Asset Leader

Memphis, TN · On-site

As a Paper Mill Asset Leader , you will be at the forefront of driving safety, operational ... Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on safety, quality, and performance.

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How much do paper mill maintenance manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for paper mill maintenance manager in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Paper Mill Maintenance Manager vs Paper Mill Maintenance Supervisor?

AspectPaper Mill Maintenance ManagerPaper Mill Maintenance Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees maintenance operations, manages teams, develops maintenance strategiesSupervises daily maintenance tasks, coordinates technicians, ensures safety compliance
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in engineering or technical field, relevant certificationsTechnical training, certifications in maintenance or safety
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with plant visits, strategic planningOn-site supervision in the plant environment
Industry UsageCommonly used in large paper mills, corporate structuresUsed in daily plant operations, team management

The Paper Mill Maintenance Manager focuses on strategic oversight and management of maintenance teams, while the Paper Mill Maintenance Supervisor handles daily supervision and operational tasks. Both roles require technical knowledge and safety awareness, but the manager's role is more strategic and administrative.

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Infographic showing various Paper Mill Maintenance Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA • On-site

Domtar
Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Domtar rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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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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