Production Supervisor

Valmet; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

401k with match

Work-life balance

Job summary

Valmet in Neenah, Wisconsin, is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the mechanical roll repair shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of customer roll repair and manufacturing processes.

You will lead second-shift technicians, ensure adherence to procedures and quality requirements, monitor production flow, coach staff, address issues early, and promote teamwork and continuous improvement across the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 5+ years experience with paper machine rolls.
• Knowledge of machine tool and fabricating operations with mechanical aptitude.
• Eligible to work in the United States; background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support second-shift employees in daily repair of mechanical rolls.
• Ensure work is safe, efficient, and meets quality requirements.
• Monitor production flow, priorities, and turnaround times.
• Provide hands-on guidance and coaching to less experienced staff.
• Identify and address quality issues early and escalate when needed.
• Coordinate with first-shift supervision for smooth shift transitions.
• Ensure proper documentation, inspections, and work instructions are followed.
• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving on the shop floor.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Shift supervision

Quality assurance

Coaching

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Processor or Chemical in the Pulp & Paper)

Job description

Valmet is looking for a Production Supervisor capable of overseeing mechanical roll repair shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of customer roll repair and maintain a high level of quality initiative provided through the material and manufacturing process according to the customer’s needs.

• Lead and support second-shift employees in the daily repair of mechanical rolls.
• Ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and according to established procedures and quality requirements.
• Monitor production flow, priorities, and turnaround times to keep work moving.
• Provide hands-on guidance and coaching to a younger and less experienced workforce.
• Identify and address quality issues early and elevate concerns when needed.
• Coordinate with first-shift supervision and management to ensure a smooth transition between shifts.
• Ensure proper documentation, inspections, and work instructions are followed.
• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving on the shop floor.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the department.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors’ Degree – Engineering (Processor or Chemical in the Pulp & Paper Industry) or a minimum of 5 years’ experience with paper machine rolls and their applications. Knowledge of machine tool and fabricating operations with a good mechanical aptitude.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and drug screen.

We Offer

We offer you a dynamic work environment that values an innovative culture and suits development minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting. Additionally, Valmet offers a comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, company-paid pension, 401k with company match, and additional benefits and policies that enhance a healthy work life balance.

_ When everything works together _

Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers’ performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how, and above all, teamwork.