Paper Mill Shift Supervisor — Safety, Growth & Performance

Ahlstrom; Rhinelander (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom in Rhinelander, WI seeks a Paper Mill Supervisor to manage daily on-shift crews, directing maintenance and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays; union experience is preferred.

Join a company committed to sustainable fibers, accountability, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and directing a team in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage employee relations with positive outcomes.
• Experience with process improvement and safety leadership.

Responsibilities

• Direct on-shift maintenance and daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Ensure policy compliance and administer company rules across the crews.
• Provide guidance, training resources, and performance feedback to employees.
• Lead safety investigations and participate in daily/ monthly production meetings.
• Identify process improvements and ensure proper emergency response coverage.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Employee relations

Process improvement

Union environment experience

Safety awareness

Shift work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ahlstrom in Rhinelander, WI seeks a Paper Mill Supervisor to manage daily on-shift crews, directing maintenance and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity goals.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays; union experience is preferred.

Join a company committed to sustainable fibers, accountability, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.