PM Superintendent

Join the foundation of our paper-making excellence as a Paper Machine Superintendent at our Menominee, MI paper mill! We're looking for a hardworking individual who is ready to roll up their sleeves and contribute to the essential tasks that keep our operations running smoothly. As a crucial part of our team, you'll be an individual contributor with a hands-on approach overseeing the operations of the paper machine.

If you're up for the challenge, eager to learn, and ready to be a vital part of our paper-making journey, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact.

The Paper Machine Superintendent is responsible for leading all operations of the paper machine area to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of quality paper products. This role drives process optimization; and fosters a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Direct and coordinate daily operations of one or more paper machines to meet production, quality, and cost targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
• Monitor and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) such as machine efficiency, downtime, waste, and energy use.
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead root-cause problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) to improve uptime, product quality, and productivity.
• Analyze data and trends to identify areas for process and cost improvements.
• Drive consistency across shifts and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Safety and Compliance

• Enforce all safety procedures and standards; champion a zero-incident safety culture.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, quality, and corporate regulations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality departments to coordinate planned outages, process changes, and product trials.
• Support capital projects and process upgrades, including commissioning and startup activities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Paper Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of paper mill or industrial manufacturing experience
• Strong technical understanding of paper machine operations, process control systems, and quality parameters.