Paper Machine Superintendent

The Paper Machine Superintendent leads production operations at the Prewitt, New Mexico Mill. 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 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 Production Manager, with opportunity to become a key part of succession planning for the Mill.

Responsibilities:

Providing leadership to paper 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

Supports the development of operational forecasts and budgets to improve mill profitability

Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs

Develop and execute strategic plans to increase overall machine efficiency

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)
General understanding of mill-wide operations

Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills

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

Strong Root Cause Failure Analysis; skills to identify root cause, corrective actions, and execute.

Proficient computer skills (including MS Office), SAP or equivalent Data Management,Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred (Paper Science). Candidates with commensurate practical paper making skills and leadership experience may be substituted for a degree and will be evaluated.

More than 5 years of experience and leadership responsibilities within the paperboard industry.

Work Environment:

The work environment involves following detailed safety precautions.

Physical Demands:
Walking, standing, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and sitting for intermediate periods of time Working Conditions will be split between an office environment and the manufacturing floor.

Position can be exposed to both hot and cold temperatures, loud noise within the manufacturing environment.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work extended hours and be part of the Weekend management coverage rotation.
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