Area Operations Supervisor - Pulping

Job description

This position is for an individual who understands the technical aspects of kraft pulping, from wood handling, chip production,digester operation, washing, screening, bleaching, pulp machine operation, pulp furnish to 3 large paper machines, and includingoverall mill waste treatment operations. Kraft pulping experience particularly continuous digester experience is preferred. The person in this role is integral to the overall success of the pulping operations and, as such, is a key member of the management team: You will lead the safety initiatives that ensure an accident-free, safe, and productive workforce. You will lead your team’s efforts to deliver results at a low cost, high production without injury or incident and continuouslyimprove production and operations. You will manage the day-to-day operations and shift crew, including safety, problem-solving, and contract administration tomeet the production goals of the site. You will work in conjunction with maintenance personnel to ensure the targeted business results are achieved in your area ofresponsibility. Performance Objectives: Meet or exceed departmental OIR and LWCIR objectives while delivering the monthly and yearly budget for your area ofresponsibility. Meet or exceed targeted production rates. Manage a diverse, highly skilled workforce in a team-oriented, self directed environment to meet the business needs of theorganization. Develop good working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization both operations and maintenance. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or another related engineering field, or equivalent. 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated ability to achieve results through people. Strong Safety Leadership. Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity andskills brought to the job.