Maintenance Supervisor

International Paper; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with company contributions

Paid Time Off

Job summary

International Paper in Dover, Delaware is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead plant maintenance and keep equipment in peak condition. You will oversee a team of technicians, implement preventive maintenance, and drive reliability initiatives in a large, global packaging company.

The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers. A strong track record in manufacturing maintenance is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years’ maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant.
• College and/or related technical courses preferred.
• Experience in the corrugated box industry with heavy experience in electronics preferred.
• Mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electricity experience preferred.
• Demonstrated personnel supervisory skills.
• Action oriented
• Customer/Quality Focused
• Organizational Skills
• Developing Direct Reports
• Building Effective Teams
• Priority Setting
• Process Management
• Conflict Management
• Decision Quality

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct plant maintenance activities; ensure equipment and facilities are kept in optimum operating conditions.
• Report to Manufacturing Manager any information that may impede the operation of the plant as soon as it becomes known, while providing technical expertise regarding plant equipment and facilities.
• Initiate and/or maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program and Implement quality improvement and cost reduction ideas
• Contact and work with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results.
• Maintains adequate inventories of spare parts and Purchase materials, parts, and supplies as required.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Partner with Maintenance Manager to develop technical skillset of maintenance team.
• Champion safety culture.

Skills

Action oriented

Customer/Quality Focused

Organizational Skills

Developing Direct Reports

Building Effective Teams

Priority Setting

Process Management

Conflict Management

Decision Quality

Education

High school diploma or GED

College and/or related technical courses preferred

Job description

Position Title

Maintenance Supervisor

Pay Rate

$75,800 - $101,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Dover, DE

The Job You Will Perform

• Lead and direct plant maintenance activities; ensure equipment and facilities are kept in optimum operating conditions.
• Report to Manufacturing Manager any information that may impede the operation of the plant as soon as it becomes known, while providing technical expertise regarding plant equipment and facilities.
• Initiate and/or maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program and Implement quality improvement and cost reduction ideas
• Contact and work with vendors and subcontractors to achieve desired results.
• Maintains adequate inventories of spare parts and Purchase materials, parts, and supplies as required.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Partner with Maintenance Manager to develop technical skillset of maintenance team.
• Champion safety culture.

The Qualifications, Skills And Knowledge You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years’ maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant.
  • College and/or related technical courses preferred.
  • Experience in the corrugated box industry with heavy experience in electronics preferred.
  • Mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electricity experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated personnel supervisory skills.
• Action oriented
• Customer/Quality Focused
• Organizational Skills
• Developing Direct Reports
• Building Effective Teams
• Priority Setting
• Process Management
• Conflict Management
• Decision Quality

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

• 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

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

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) is a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting 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].