Plant Superintendent

Plant SuperintendentInternational Paper operates a recycling business which collects, sorts, and processes waste paper and other recyclables across North America. The business contributes to the U.S. paper recycling environmental success story (where recovery now exceeds 60%) and contributes to International Paper's manufacturing success.This position reports to the Plant General Manager at a Recycling Plant and is a hands-on leadership position responsible for providing direction to first and second shift employees and deliver results on key operational metrics.This plant operates extended hours. This position will regularly open plant at 5:30 am, with flexibility to cover other operating hours as needed.In addition, the Plant Superintendent is responsible for the following:Deliver a consistent safety environment and culture that ensures team members are not injured.Make certain there are no LIFE injuries by fostering a safety first culture that includes engagement and ownership in the plantSupport, coach, direct and assist production leads and plant team members as neededHelp achieve plant financial targets by managing cost and plant S&A costProvide leadership in transportation, operations, maintenance, and capital expenseEnsure compliance of HSE policies and proceduresDrive improvements and enhancements to plant safety programsConducts plant safety meetingsEnsures plant housekeeping meets established standardsEnsures effective training of plant personnelManage and control costs to meet cost targetsDrive improvements in operating processes and workflowDevelop working knowledge of P&L statementLead successful implementation of continuous improvement projectsIdentify opportunities to improve plant financial resultsHigh School diploma or equivalentProven commitment to safety and safety processesEffective interpersonal and leadership skillsSolid analytical skills and problem solving mindsetMust be able to work within a team atmosphere and effectively coach for resultsEffective written and oral communication skillsEffective time management and organization skillsExperience with Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel and Outlook)Previous supervisory experienceExperience manufacturing / processing industryProficiency in SpanishAbility to relocate for future career growth opportunities (Relocation is available for this position)College degree or equivalent education and experience