Fine Paper Machine Shift Supervisor

Domtar; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Domtar is seeking a Fine Paper Machine (FPM) Shift Supervisor at our Hawesville, KY facility to coordinate safe and cost-effective operations in the Fine Paper area. You will ensure environmental compliance and work closely with maintenance and operations on repairs and outages while managing a unionized workforce under the DAWS system.

The role demands a strong safety mindset, clear communication, and the ability to lead a team through planning, training and performance development in a 24/7

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Paper, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related discipline preferred; if no degree, 5+ years of practical experience in a paper facility.
• Must be able to climb stairs & ladders, open valves, wear respirators, and enter confined spaces when needed.
• Able to work in paper dust, heat, dirt, chemicals, noise, and other industrial conditions.
• Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift (4 on & 4 off) or as needed for relief positions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe, cost-effective operation of the Fine Paper area.
• Ensure environmental compliance and coordinate maintenance & operations on repairs & outages.
• Set expectations and manage crew performance; conduct evaluations and improvement plans.
• Develop training for hourly team and align with DAWS requirements.
• Resolve union disagreements at the first level and maintain safe working relationships.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team player

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Paper/Mech/Chem/Electrical)

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling 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.

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