Maintenance Supervisor

International Paper; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 73,200 - 97,600; Full time

Job summary

International Paper in Omaha, NE seeks a Maintenance Supervisor with strong manufacturing maintenance experience to lead plant activities and ensure optimal operation of equipment and facilities.

You will drive preventive maintenance programs, collaborate with operations and vendors, and manage spare parts inventories while remaining flexible for weekend/off-hour work as needed. This role emphasizes safety, cost reduction, and team supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have strong maintenance background in manufacturing.
• Ability to lead and supervise maintenance staff.
• Proven trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong focus on safety, quality and cost control.

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 operation, providing technical expertise on equipment and facilities.
• Initiate and maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program and implement quality improvement ideas.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to achieve results.
• Maintain inventories of spare parts and purchase materials as required.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Be open to working flexible hours including weekends and off-hours as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience (4+ years)

Corrugated box industry experience

Electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, pν

Education

High school diploma or GED

College and/or related technical courses preferred

Five years’ experience in corrugated box industry with electronics preferred

Job description

Position Title

Maintenance Supervisor

Pay Rate

$73,200 - $97,600 (PL10)

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

Omaha, NE

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.
• Must be open to working flexible hours including weekend work, and off hours as needed.

The Skills You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four years maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant.
  • College and/or related technical courses preferred.
  • Five years’ 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

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 worldwide 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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].