Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent

Assistant SuperintendentWhere you will workOur Cypress Bend team is a close-knit group of approximately 275 skilled employees who take pride in what we do. Together, we make bleached paperboard and bleached Kraft pulp, used in the production of folding cartons, commercial print paperboard, carded packaging, and cup stock.Located in the historic Mississippi River Delta, this facility offers a slower pace with plenty of outdoor activities like fishing, hiking, and biking. Many employees commute from nearby towns such as McGehee, Monticello, Dumas, Dermott and Lake Village, which are known for affordable living, strong local pride and family-friendly schools.The Cypress Bend team also supports local cultural and the arts, with past contributions to the WWII Japanese Internment Museum and SEArk Concert Association.What you will doThe Assistant Superintendent will proactively coordinate and lead the manufacturing operations on the paper machine to ensure the achievement of department objectives for Safety, Quality, Production, etc. The successful candidate will act as a technical resource for the operations team, and lead project and process improvement efforts in the paper mill.OperationsSets objectives and goals cascaded and aligned to the site Integrated Business Plan (IBP)Coaches the business unit in the right behaviorsEnsures the business unit works to standards (Safety, Environmental, Quality, Cost, Production)Develops the required standardsCoaches and facilitates loss elimination by using problem-solving toolsAssures the problems are solved (root cause) and tasks are implemented in a sustainable wayAccountable for the business unit operational budgetDefines and executes improvements to support midterm plansSafetyResponsible for day-to-day area safety and assists with all area safety effortsReviews all safety incidents and investigates root causes. Assures follow-up items are completed in a timely mannerHelp support the behavioral safety program (where applicable) and ensure that safe work practices are followedLead safety initiatives and provide safety training to ensure safe work practices are followed and enforcedWork to eliminate employee interactions with equipmentAddress safety concerns with a strong urgencyEnsure environmental complianceLeadershipMentor shift supervisors to ensure quality leadership of hourly personnelProvide leadership coverage during the Superintendent's absenceConduct investigations of safety incidents with shift supervisors and hourly personnelDevelop team in areas of production, safety, quality, and overall plant efficiencyEnsure employee compliance with schedules, policies, and proceduresAssist in developing and implementing job-specific training program, Qual-card and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)Participates in the grievance process (where applicable)Support capital budget processCreates an environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking, and cohesive teamworkCommunication of Site IBP and cascading objectives and priorities into the business unitResponsible for performance management processCoaches and develop team members and individuals to ensure a sustained leadership pipelineResponsible for the motivation and morale of the business unit to achieve the expected goalsCollaborates with other areas internal and external to the siteQualityMaintain and improve quality standards for all products producedLead quality initiatives and support change to ensure satisfied downstream customersFollow up with rejected/obsolete products to ensure timely dispositionKey Competencies & AttributesSystematically evaluates business opportunities, targeting those with the greatest potential for producing positive business resultsIdentifies more critical and less critical activities and assignments; adjusts priorities when appropriateAllocates appropriate amounts of time for completing own and others' work; avoids scheduling conflicts; develops timelines and milestonesActively seeks and allocates appropriate decision-making authority or task responsibility to appropriate individuals based on their abilities, availability, motivation, and development needs; considers potential positive and negative impact, business unit priorities, organizational values, and the opportunity to enhance others' knowledge and skillsWhat you will needHigh school diploma or GED required. B.S. Chemical Engineer or Pulp and Paper science preferred3+ years in an operations leadership role in a Paper or Consumer Packaged Goods processing facilityStrong coaching and mentoring skills with experience in leading changeExcellent communication skills, comfortable presenting up to senior-level audiencesAdvanced systems aptitude and excellent computer skills, including Windows-based ExcelExcellent verbal and written communication skills are requiredExcellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasksProficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with the ability to learn production-related programsSelf-directed and energetic, able to lead and motivate othersKnowledge of industry, machinery, equipment, and processesHigh-speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high-frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete surfacesPersonal Protective Equipment is required in the mill environmentDirt, noise, odor, & temperature extremesClimbing stairs, ladders, and scaffoldingExposure to hazardous chemicals used in manufacturing processTotal Rewards DetailsWe prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team.Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.