Paper Machine Superintendent

Enhance Recruiting; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Job summary

Enhance Recruiting is seeking a Paper Machine Superintendent in Glen Allen, VA, responsible for leading daily operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5-8 years of paper manufacturing experience, and proven leadership skills.

The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $125,000 to $150,000 annually, along with relocation assistance and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of progressive experience in paper manufacturing industry.
• Proven leadership experience managing supervisors and production teams.
• Strong technical understanding of paper machine operations.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of daily management systems for paper machine operations.
• Monitor performance, identify losses, and implement corrective actions.
• Champion a strong safety culture through visible leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Technical Understanding

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

SUMMARY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paper Machine Superintendent in the north Richland, VA area. This role will lead the daily paper machine operations ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency are met. Relocation assistance provided, competitive annual salary, profit sharing, employee share purchase plan, a full range of additional benefits, plus an annual allowance to spend on goods and services of your choice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive execution of daily management systems, including structured shift handovers and production reviews.
• Monitor performance, identify losses, and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop frontline supervisors and hourly employees to build capability and accountability.
• Champion a strong safety culture through visible leadership, audits, and incident investigations.
• Partner closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve reliability and process performance.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 5–8+ years of progressive experience in paper manufacturing industry
• Proven leadership experience managing supervisors and production teams
• Strong technical understanding of paper machine operations
• Demonstrated ability to drive results and continuous improvement
• Experience in a Superintendent or Production Manager role
• Exposure to reliability programs or manufacturing excellence systems

Compensation

$125,000-$150,000 per year