Pulp Mill Assistant Superintendent

Clearwater Paper Corporation; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Paper Corporation is seeking an experienced Pulp Mill Assistant Superintendent to lead manufacturing operations, driving safety, quality, productivity and cost objectives. You will serve as a technical resource and champion process improvement and capital projects to boost mill performance.

The role requires 5+ years in operations leadership within pulp and paper, plus strong Excel and systems aptitude. On-site Idaho location, with occasional after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of operations leadership experience in pulp and paper.
• Knowledge of industry operations, machinery, and manufacturing processes.
• Advanced systems aptitude with strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Availability to provide support outside of standard business hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, production and cost objectives.
• Coach teams in problem-solving to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Manage operational performance including budget accountability, improvements, and capital needs.
• Drive communication, performance reviews, and alignment through operating rhythms and meetings.
• Partner cross-functionally to support goals and business objectives.

Skills

Operations leadership

Problem-solving

Leadership

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Pulp Mill Assistant Superintendent leads manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, production and cost objectives. The position serves as a technical resource to the operations team and leads process improvement and capital projects to enhance mill performance.

Essential Functions

Operations

• Establish objectives and goals aligned with the site Integrated Business Plan (IBP) and drive execution through the business unit
• Ensure operations follow established safety, quality, and performance standards while developing and improving processes as needed
• Coach teams in problem-solving methodologies to identify root causes, eliminate losses, and implement sustainable solutions
• Manage operational performance, including budget accountability, improvement projects, capital needs, and daily/weekly operating reviews
• Drive effective communication, performance reviews, and alignment through established operating rhythms and meeting processes

Safety

• Champion a strong safety culture by ensuring safe work practices, environmental compliance, and adherence to safety standards
• Lead safety initiatives, training, and continuous improvement efforts to reduce risk and eliminate unsafe conditions
• Participate in safety incident investigations, identify root causes, and ensure corrective actions are completed
• Identify opportunities to reduce employee interaction with equipment and address safety concerns with urgency

Leadership

• Coach, develop, and support supervisors and team members to build leadership capability, improve performance, and strengthen succession pipelines
• Provide leadership coverage and support employee performance management, coaching, development, and engagement activities
• Foster an environment of trust, collaboration, accountability, and open communication aligned with company values
• Support workforce development through training programs, standard operating procedures, qualification processes, and continuous learning
• Partner cross-functionally to support operational goals, capital initiatives, employee relations, and business objectives

Quality

• Maintain and improve quality standards to ensure products meet customer and operational requirements
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and support process changes to improve product performance and customer satisfactionMonitor quality issues, including rejected or obsolete products, and ensure timely resolution and disposition
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field required. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of operations leadership experience in the pulp and paper industry
• Knowledge of industry operations, machinery, equipment, and manufacturing processes
• Advanced systems aptitude and strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
• Availability to provide support outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed

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

Total Rewards Details

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.