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Domtar

Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent

Hawesville, KY · On-site

$14 - $16.50/hr

Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent - Fine Paper Mill Hawesville (FPM H2) Reporting to the H2 ... The Bleached Pulp Mill produces bleached hardwood pulp that is sold to other companies for use in ...

Domtar

Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent

Hawesville, KY · On-site

$14 - $16.50/hr

Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent - Fine Paper Mill Hawesville (FPM H2) Reporting to the H2 ... The Bleached Pulp Mill produces bleached hardwood pulp that is sold to other companies for use in ...

Westrock

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Roanoke Rapids, NC · On-site

General Information Job ID ATR64926 Posting Job Title Paper Mill Assistant Machine Superintendent ... pulp dryer superintendent, paper machine supt, machine superintendent, paper mill superintendent ...

Smurfit Westrock

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Roanoke Rapids, NC · On-site

General Information Job ID ATR64926 Posting Job Title Paper Mill Assistant Machine Superintendent ... pulp dryer superintendent, paper machine supt, machine superintendent, paper mill superintendent ...

Kruger, Inc.

Paper Mill Superintendent

Memphis, TN · On-site

The Paper Mill Superintendent is responsible for leading the daily operation of a paper machine and ... Leadership experience in a manufacturing environment such as paper, pulp, tissue, converting ...

Cascades

Paper Machine Superintendent

Ashland, VA · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Join DAVID LAVOIE's team as a Paper Machine Superintendent in Ashland and help build a more ... influence mill-wide performance, develop high-performing teams, and drive meaningful results.

Teksky

Machine Superintendent

Madawaska, ME · On-site

... mill safety activities. * Oversee daily operations of paper machine production through team ... Minimum 5 years' experience in the pulp and paper industry * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite ...

Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus ... The machines produce a wide range of papers with basis weights from 26# to 70# per 3300, high bulk ...

Clearwater Paper

Paper Machine Superintendent

Lewiston, ID · On-site

$125K - $200K/yr

Home to the first mill that produced poster board from wood waste, the site currently operates two ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Pulp & Paper Science preferred * 5+ years operational paper ...

Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus ... The machines produce a wide range of papers with basis weights from 26# to 70# per 3300, high bulk ...

Cascades

NY · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Join DAVID LAVOIE's team as a Paper Machine Superintendent in Ashland and help build a more ... influence mill-wide performance, develop high-performing teams, and drive meaningful results.

pca

Pulp Mill Asst. Superintendent

Valdosta, GA · On-site

Paper Mill. The Asst. Superintendent is Responsible for safety and efficiently utilizing the full ... S. Preferred Qualifications Pulp & Paper industry experience preferred. The successful candidate ...

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Paper Mill Assistant Machine Superintendent

Roanoke Rapids, NC • On-site

Smurfit Westrock
Paper Manufacturing
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$15.25 - $17.75/hr

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Posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead production operations on one of two paper machines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing.

  • Monitor and improve safety systems, work environment, and operational performance, including quality, productivity, and cost control.

  • Coordinate with maintenance and technical departments, and develop strategies to increase machine efficiency.

Smurfit Westrock rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 280 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Paper Mill Assistant Machine Superintendent
CAREER OPPORTUNITY:

The Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent engages production operations on one of two paper machines at the Roanoke Rapids, NC paper mill facility. This position is responsible for creating a strong safety culture and work environment, continuously improving the quality, productivity, efficiency and cost of operation on a Kraft and Linerboard Machine. The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making process, paper machines, supporting equipment and paper making skills.


The position reports to the Paper & Logistics Manager, with opportunity to become a key part of succession planning for the Mill.


HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK:

  • Providing leadership to machine personnel to ensure overall safe operations

  • Lead safety systems and processes that support achieving annual goals

  • Maintain an environment of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

  • Empower and engage teammates to improve department performance

  • Identify developmental needs and facilitate training of machine personnel

  • Ensure quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications

  • Plan and control production performance

  • Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures

  • Coordinate efforts with maintenance and technical departments

  • Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs

  • Develop and execute strategic plans to increase overall machine efficiency


WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Strong knowledge of safe operating practices, including Behavioral Based Safety

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills essential

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Excellent troubleshooting skills (technical and other)

  • Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills

  • Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement to identify opportunities and deliver results

  • Strong RCFA skills to identify root cause, corrective actions, and execute same

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred (Paper Science, Chemical, or Mechanical). Candidates with commensurate practical papermaking skills and leadership experience will be evaluated

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience and leadership responsibilities within the paperboard industry, preferably in union environment


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Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

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