Roll Repair Production Lead – 2nd Shift

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 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.