Paper Machine Superintendent

Clearwater Paper; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Paper seeks a Paper Machine Superintendent to lead manufacturing operations at our Lewiston, Idaho facility. You will ensure safety, environmental compliance, quality, and continuous improvement while aligning with business objectives.

Responsibilities include setting priorities, guiding cross-functional teams, managing budgets, mentoring leaders, and driving productivity and reliability across the production line.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of operations leadership experience in pulp and paper manufacturing.
• 4+ years of supervisory experience including performance management and coaching.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery and industry operations.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations to ensure safety, environmental compliance, and efficient production.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to build a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Drive performance through resource management, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop and manage operating budgets and support capital improvements.
• Mentor and develop future leaders across the organization.
• Coordinate production priorities and ensure raw material availability.
• Collaborate with Quality and Technical teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Communicate changes to employees and sustain results.

Skills

Operations leadership

Supervisory experience

Industry knowledge

Excel proficiency

Computer skills

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Paper Machine Superintendent leads manufacturing operations to ensure safe, environmentally compliant, and efficient production. Accountable for operational performance, workforce leadership, product quality, continuous improvement, and achievement of business objectives.

Essential Functions

Safety & Environmental

• Track safety performance and manage safety programs including training, safety meetings, safe work practices, and resolution of performance concerns
• Evaluate and maintains safety SOPs, guidelines, and procedures to support compliance and operational excellence
• Review safety incidents, participates in root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Conduct safety observations, employee interactions, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements
• Support behavioral safety initiatives and develop leaders to effectively promote safe work practices

Leadership

• Establish strategic direction for manufacturing operations by assessing current state, defining future goals, and executing plans to close gaps
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to build a culture of safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
• Drive performance through effective resource management, employee engagement, and achievement of business objectives
• Develop and manage operating budgets, control expenses, and support capital improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency
• Build organizational capability through mentoring, cross-functional collaboration, and development of future leaders

Production & Quality

• Set operational priorities, coordinate activities across departments, and manage resources to achieve production goals
• Ensure availability of raw materials and resources to support consistent production performance
• Ensure products meet quality specifications and customer requirements
• Partner with Quality and Technical teams to resolve issues and improve processes
• Maintain and update training materials to support effective operations and employee development
• Lead process improvement initiatives by identifying and eliminating waste and non-value-added activities
• Apply problem-solving methods to address employee and production issues, implement corrective actions, and ensure sustainable results
• Collaborate across departments to coordinate activities, resolve challenges, and improve overall performance
• Communicate process, policy, and procedure changes resulting from improvement initiatives to impacted employees
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field required. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
• 7+ years of operations leadership experience in the pulp and paper industry
• 4+ years of supervisory experience, including performance management, coaching and employee development
• Knowledge of industry operations, machinery, equipment, and manufacturing processes
• Advanced systems aptitude and strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in manufacturing and operational areas, including eye and hearing protection, hard hat, and steel-toed footwear
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, odors, temperature variations, and industrial conditions
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling as required by the role
• Extended periods of standing, walking, and working on concrete or uneven surfaces
• Climbing stairs, ladders, platforms, or elevated work areas as required by the role

We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] .

Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

This role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.