First Line Leader- E&I - Paper​/PS&D

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Position Title: First Line Leader Maintenance – Electrical and Instrumentation, Paper/PS&D

Pay Rate: $89,000 – $130,500 (varies by experience)

Category/Shift: Salaried Full‑Time

Physical

Location:

3203 International Dr., Selma, AL – Riverdale Mill, a fully integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility.

• Lead and direct the E/I team to achieve safety, engagement, and reliability excellence.
• Manage team compliance with company and mill policies, procedures, and other requirements.
• Approve pay and vacation scheduling for the team, performing other administrative tasks consistent with labor agreements and policies.
• Conduct one‑on‑ones with employees to provide guidance and development feedback.
• Identify training needs and implement hard and soft skill training plans.
• Coordinate with operations to prioritize and schedule maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with the AMM and other mill areas to share maintenance resources when necessary.
• Implement and sustain 5S and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Efficiently plan and schedule daily resources to support maintenance.
• Assess crew training needs and offer learning opportunities.
• Respond to off‑shift, off‑day, and maintenance shift problems.
• Manage team’s time, attendance, performance, and record‑keeping.
• Communicate maintenance activities to operations via daily and weekly planning meetings.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and support solution implementation.
• Serve as contractor coordinator for vendor resources when necessary.
• Serve as a key member of the MWS team and fulfill responsibilities within the MWS process.
• Complete duties in alignment with IP reliability systems (RCFA, PM/PdM, Precision Maintenance).
• Apply PLC knowledge; experience with Allen Bradley and ABB drive systems is desirable.
• Improve existing or implement new work systems to sustain progress.
• Serve on a weekend duty team for the Maintenance department.

• B.S. degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3–5 years’ experience in manufacturing, preferably in mechanical maintenance and/or paper‑industry operations.
• Supervisory experience (previously or at least 5 years). Experience with people‑management.
• Completion of the IP Front Line Leader modules or other leadership development preferred.
• Maintenance experience in a pulp & paper facility is desirable.
• Ability to manage and lead multiple projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP PM applications.
• Active learner with ability to develop direct reports.
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented team player.

International Paper offers a comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) with company‑funded retirement contributions, paid time off, education & development—including tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment assistance—and voluntary benefits covering home, auto, vision and pets.

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Help build a sustainable future for people, the planet, and the company. Experience an inclusive and diverse workplace that values respect, safety, and continuous improvement.

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber‑based products, headquartered in Memphis, Tenn. It employs ~38,000 colleagues worldwide and serves customers across North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe with net sales of $21.2 billion in 2022.