Maintenance Front Line Leader - Mechanical

International Paper; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Maintenance Front Line Leader – Mechanical at the Prattville Mill in Prattville, AL. The role leads safety programs and directs mechanical maintenance for complex process lines, coordinating with Operations, Reliability and Engineering to optimize uptime.

You will coach technicians, plan daily/weekly maintenance, and oversee outages while guiding resource allocation and performance reviews. A strong mechanical background and SAP CMMS experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field.
• Five years of experience in pulp and paper preferred.
• Leadership experience in manufacturing environments is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Coach, mentor, and develop mechanical maintenance personnel to improve skills.
• Manage daily maintenance activities including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate maintenance priorities with Operations, Reliability, and Engineering teams.
• Drive work execution through the SAP notification and work order process.
• Plan and oversee complex mechanical maintenance and outage work.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause investigations for equipment failures.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Mechanical maintenance

SAP CMMS

Scheduling

Root cause analysis

Team development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

Job Description

Position Title:

Maintenance Front Line Leader – Mechanical

Pay Rate :

$82,500 - $125,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift :

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location :

Prattville, Alabama

The Prattville Mill is currently seeking a Maintenance Front Line Leader. The Prattville Mill is a complex, fully integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility with two machines. The mill includes multiple process lines of wood handling, pulping, power and recovery, and effluent treatment. The position works within the Maintenance group and reports to the Area Maintenance Manager.

The Job You Will Perform:

• Lead and promote a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Coach, mentor, and develop mechanical maintenance personnel to improve skill capability and performance.

• Manage daily maintenance activities including staffing, scheduling, work prioritization, and resource allocation.

• Coordinate and communicate maintenance priorities with Operations, Reliability, Engineering, and other support teams.

• Drive effective work execution through the SAP notification and work order process.

• Participate in Maintenance Work Systems (MWS) activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Develop and execute daily and weekly maintenance schedules.

• Plan and oversee complex mechanical maintenance and outage work.

• Manage contractor resources and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.

• Lead troubleshooting and root cause investigations for equipment failures.

• Support reliability improvements and initiatives focused on reducing unplanned downtime.

• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and implement actions to improve results.

• Conduct employee performance reviews and support employee development planning.

• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and teamwork.

• Manage labor utilization, overtime, and timekeeping processes.

• Support housekeeping and 5S initiatives throughout the department

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical field preferred.

• Five (5) years of experience in pulp and paper - preferred.

• Applicable maintenance leadership experience in manufacturing environments will be considered.

• Knowledge of rotating equipment, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, hydraulic systems, piping systems, and mechanical maintenance practices.

• Experience with maintenance planning, scheduling, and work management systems.

• Working knowledge of SAP or similar CMMS systems preferred.

• The candidate should have demonstrated leadership skills, technical knowledge in operations and strong interpersonal skills.

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].

Job Identification 2004256

Job Schedule Full time