Plant Maintenance & Reliability Leader

International Paper; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 134,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Maintenance Manager in Richmond, VA to lead a 24/7 maintenance team and coordinate critical plant operations. The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, preventive maintenance, and safety leadership.

Candidates should have extensive maintenance and leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in corrugated box production. This salaried position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a path for professional growth, and opportunities to drive cost

Qualifications

• Five+ years of maintenance and leadership experience in a manufacturing plant.
• College and/or related technical courses preferred.
• Five years’ experience in the corrugated box industry with electronics, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics and electricity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervises employees in maintenance coordination, execution and planning, including a 24/7 team.
• Report to Site Manager any impediments to plant operation with technical input.
• Initiate and maintain a cost-effective preventive maintenance program and pursue quality improvements.
• Collaborate with vendors and subcontractors to achieve results.
• Manage machine reliability initiatives and maintain spare parts inventories.
• Troubleshoot problems and make data-driven decisions.
• Identify safety issues and address them proactively.
• Plan, schedule and monitor completion of maintenance work orders.
• Maintain positive relationships with management and hourly staff.
• Ensure good housekeeping and effective communication.
• Participate in safety and environmental audits on various cadences.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Maintenance leadership

Data interpretation

Team building

Decision making

Organizational awareness

Planning and scheduling

Safety compliance

Education

College / technical courses preferred

Job description

International Paper is seeking a Maintenance Manager in Richmond, VA to lead a 24/7 maintenance team and coordinate critical plant operations. The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, preventive maintenance, and safety leadership.

Candidates should have extensive maintenance and leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in corrugated box production. This salaried position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a path for professional growth, and opportunities to drive cost