Fine Paper Machine Shift Supervisor

Domtar; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar Hawesville is seeking a Fine Paper Machine Shift Supervisor to coordinate the safe, cost-effective operation of the Fine Paper area at the mill, maintaining environmental compliance and DAWS processes.

The role leads the hourly workforce, coordinates with maintenance, and ensures safety, productivity, and continuous improvement within a 12-hour rotating shift and unionized environment at the Hawesville facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; engineering degree preferred.
• If no degree, 5+ years of practical paper facility experience.
• If degree, 2+ years in a paper manufacturing facility.
• Ability to work in a 12-hour rotating shift and in an industrial environment.
• Strong safety focus and DAWS experience preferred.
• Able to climb stairs, wear PPE, and operate in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Proactive safety leadership and uphold Domtar safety principles.
• Lead and support the Fine Paper Mill department goals.
• Coordinate between maintenance and operations on repairs and outages.
• Plan and assign work for crews and maintenance support.
• Resolve union disagreements at the first level.
• Set performance expectations and develop improvement plans.
• Develop training for hourly team and orientation.
• Support DAWS requirements for crew skill development.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team player

Good communicator

Safety culture advocate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Paper/Mechanical/Chemical/Electrical)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hourly Time Payroll Software

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 Hawesville, (Kentucky, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Fine Paper Machine Shift Supervisor. This job is full-time permanent.

Fine Paper Machine (FPM) Shift Supervisor

The overall function of the Fine Paper Machine (FPM) Shift Supervisor position is to coordinate the safe, cost-effective operation of the Fine Paper area at the mill’s sustaining rate; operate the area so that environmental compliance is maintained; coordinate between maintenance & operations on equipment repairs & outages; as well as proper handling of the labor force within the confines of the union contract and DAWS (Domtar Advanced Work System).

Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Proactive Safety Leader and Champions Domtar Safety Principles: All incidents are preventable; our commitment to safety is based on caring; line management is responsible and accountable for employee and contractor safety; we are personally accountable for our own safety; safety is a condition of employment.


• Strong leader that supports goals of Fine Paper Mill department


• Commitment to open communication


• Actively engaging workforce to collaborate for continuous improvement and business results


• Represents Domtar with honesty and integrity in all matters, including safety policy and PPE compliance


• Assigning, reviewing, and planning work for crews and maintenance support


• Resolving union disagreement and grievances at the first level


• Set expectations, manage crew and individual performance, and implement plans to continually improved performance: Conduct performance evaluations and develop improvement plans for hourly employees; utilize both positive reinforcement as well as disciplinary action to manage performance; maintain positive, proactive culture and healthy working relationships within crew


• Develop and manage training of the hourly team including new employee orientation to the department


• Support Crew Training and priorities based on the DAWS requirements and needs of the crew skill sets.

Key Skill Sets

• A personal dedication to safety, including proactive support of efforts to create a culture of safety excellence.


• Team player; can work as part of a team or in an independent setting.


• Good communicator at all levels of organization to include listening, writing, and presenting.


• Demonstrated commitment to work within and create a safe and healthy work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Paper, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related discipline preferred.


• If no degree, must have at least 5+ years of practical experience in a paper manufacturing facility.


• If degree, must have at least 2+ years of experience in a paper manufacturing facility.


• Experience working in a Process Safety Management environment within a leadership position preferred but not required.


• Able to climb steps & ladders, open valves, lift & carry equipment; wear respirators and gas masks, and required to enter confined workspaces when needed.


• Able to work in an environment with paper dust, heat, dirt, grease, chemicals, noise, and other industrial climates, both normal and abnormal/adverse weather conditions.


• Able and willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift (currently "4 on & 4 off"), or as assigned related to relief positions.


• Ability to function independently with minimal supervision and able to meet demands of a 24/7 operation


• Basic proficiencies in Microsoft Office


• Ability to utilize Hourly Time (payroll) software and scheduling.

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.