Paper Machine Area Supervisor

Kap Paper Inc; Kapuskasing; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading papermill company in Kapuskasing is seeking a Supervisor for the Paper Machine Area. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of experience in the papermill industry. Responsibilities include maintaining operational stability, coaching employees, and optimizing paper machine production. Bilingual skills in English and French are an asset. This position supports a commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in the papermill industry.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operational control to ensure paper manufacturing stability.
• Coach and mentor employees for maximum performance.
• Optimize paper machine operations to meet production targets.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during production.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of paper machine systems

Time management and organizational skills

Problem solving and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Position: Supervisor – Paper Machine Area

Location: Kapuskasing, ON – Papermill

Requirements:

• Language: English (spoken and written) and French is an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 5-7 years experience in the papermill industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of paper machine systems.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Problem solving, analytical and trouble shooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the Superintendent – Papermill.
• Maintain and develop operational control to ensure paper manufacturing stability on the paper machines.
• Coach and mention employees to ensure maximum performance.
• Maintain a communications program to keep employees informed regarding mill and departmental priorities.
• Support compliance with collective agreement and sound union / management / employee relations.
• Maximize paper machine production capability through the application of technology, best work practices and management of continuous change.
• Support the development of the operational plans to improve the paper manufacturing stability on the paper machines.
• Identify, prioritize, and support execution of paper machine shutdown work activities for shutdown planning.
• Monitor and optimize paper machine operations.
• Review, monitor, and guide daily issues to support and coach operators and maintenance services to address daily issues negatively impact paper machines.
• Maintain consistent product quality by ensuring that machines are running at optimal performance levels and adjusting parameters as necessary.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during production to minimize downtime and ensure production targets are met.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure routine maintenance and preventative measures are taken on paper machines.
• Manage the production schedule to meet daily, weekly, and monthly production targets, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Analyze and improve operational performance, focusing on efficiency, yield, and cost reduction.

Commitment:

• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws.

Please send your resume and cover letter to: [e-mail]

Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.

We thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview.

Kap Paper Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and provide accommodations under AODA.