Senior Converting & Finishing Operations Leader

DSJ Global; Tennessee; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global partners with a leading paper and tissue manufacturer to appoint a Converting Superintendent who will oversee day-to-day operations in a high-speed converting and finishing environment. The role drives operational excellence, ensures safety and quality compliance, and leads continuous improvement initiatives while meeting production and cost objectives.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of leadership in manufacturing, a relevant engineering degree, and a proven track record in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering or related technical field.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations.
• Experience leading converting, finishing, packaging, printing, tissue or similar production operations.
• Strong background in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead teams, hold employees accountable, and drive performance results.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-line supervisors and production personnel to meet targets.
• Foster accountability, engagement and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Coach leadership teams to achieve operational goals and address performance concerns.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering and leadership to meet site objectives.
• Oversee safety, quality, throughput, waste, downtime and labor KPIs.
• Drive cost reductions and productivity improvements through best practices.

Skills

Leadership experience

Continuous improvement

People management

Operational excellence

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

DSJ Global partners with a leading paper and tissue manufacturer to appoint a Converting Superintendent who will oversee day-to-day operations in a high-speed converting and finishing environment. The role drives operational excellence, ensures safety and quality compliance, and leads continuous improvement initiatives while meeting production and cost objectives.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of leadership in manufacturing, a relevant engineering degree, and a proven track record in