Utilities Superintendent

Kruger Products | Produits Kruger; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kruger Products’ Memphis mill is seeking a visionary Utilities Superintendent to own the utilities landscape, including boilers, compressed air, water treatment, and fire protection. You’ll lead a high-performing team, champion safety, and drive continuous improvement across capital projects and preventive maintenance.

You will partner with Operations and Maintenance to optimize equipment performance, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver reliable, cost-effective utility services for the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of boiler operations, codes, and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated success leading teams, developing talent, and driving operational results
• Proficiency with CMMS, SAP, and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Boiler Operators, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement
• Own the performance, reliability, and compliance of utility systems including boilers, compressors, air dryers, water treatment, and fire protection systems
• Develop and execute long-term strategies for equipment, people, processes, and capital improvements
• Drive improvements in safety, environmental compliance, quality, reliability, productivity, and cost performance
• Serve as the primary liaison with utility providers and oversee site utility services
• Partner with Operations and Maintenance to optimize equipment performance and preventive maintenance programs
• Ensure all regulatory, environmental, and loss prevention requirements are met

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem-solving

Team development

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lead the Power Behind the Plant

Kruger Products is looking for a highly skilled, growth-minded leader to take ownership of our Utilities operation and help shape the future of our Memphis mill. This is an opportunity for a visionary leader who thrives on accountability, innovation, and building high-performing teams. As Utilities Superintendent, you will lead critical site utilities including boilers, compressed air systems, water treatment, fire protection systems, and related infrastructure. You will drive operational excellence, champion safety and compliance, develop your team, and deliver continuous improvement that creates lasting value for the business.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop a team of Boiler Operators, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.


• Own the performance, reliability, and compliance of utility systems including boilers, compressors, air dryers, water treatment, and fire protection systems.


• Develop and execute long-term strategies for equipment, people, processes, and capital improvements.


• Drive improvements in safety, environmental compliance, quality, reliability, productivity, and cost performance.


• Serve as the primary liaison with utility providers and oversee site utility services.


• Partner closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to optimize equipment performance and preventive maintenance programs.


• Ensure all regulatory, environmental, and loss prevention requirements are met.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.


• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Strong knowledge of boiler operations, codes, and regulatory compliance.


• Demonstrated success leading teams, developing talent, and driving operational results.


• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment is preferred.


• Proficiency with CMMS systems, SAP, and Microsoft Office.

Who You Are

You are a visionary leader with a passion for continuous improvement, operational excellence, and developing people. You challenge the status quo, inspire teams to achieve more, and bring the energy, technical expertise, and leadership presence needed to make a lasting impact.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Kruger Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest in Kruger Products but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.