H1 Paper Machine Superintendent

Paper Machine Superintendent

Hood Container is seeking an experienced Paper Machine Superintendent to lead paper machine operations with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, and team development. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient, cost-effective production while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and developing future leaders within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a safe, compliant, and injury-free work environment.
• Manage paper machine operations to meet production, quality, and cost objectives.
• Maximize equipment reliability, uptime, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term operating plans and capital improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to ensure products consistently meet customer expectations.
• Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and hourly team members.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
• Partner with site leadership to support mill-wide initiatives and long-term business growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 5-10 years of linerboard or paper manufacturing experience.
• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of paper machine operations, safety, quality, and continuous improvement practices.

Here's Why You'll Love Working at Hood Container

• Make an Impact: Lead a critical operation that directly influences safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, and mill performance.
• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary, annual bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.
• People-First Culture: Work alongside a collaborative team that values leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Career Growth & Stability: Join a financially strong company committed to investing in its people, operations, and future growth.
• Great Location: Experience the charm of St. Francisville, Louisiana, offering a high quality of life, outstanding outdoor recreation, and small-town living just minutes from Baton Rouge.

Our goal is to have a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens and customers we serve. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Hood Container Corporation