Area Operations Supervisor - Pulping

Sappi • Skowhegan, ME

5d

About The Position

The Area Operations Supervisor is a key member of the management team and is responsible for the success of pulping operations. The role requires understanding the technical aspects of kraft pulping, including wood handling, chip production, digester operation, washing, screening, bleaching, pulp machine operation, pulp furnish to three large paper machines, and mill waste treatment operations. Kraft pulping experience, particularly with continuous digesters, is preferred.

The supervisor leads safety initiatives and manages day-to-day operations and the shift crew, including safety, problem-solving, and contract administration. The role focuses on achieving production goals at low cost and without injury or incident, continuously improving operations, and working with maintenance personnel to achieve targeted business results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or another related engineering field, or equivalent.
• Three years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results through people.
• Strong safety leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Kraft pulping experience, particularly continuous digester experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives to support an accident-free, safe, and productive workforce.
• Lead the team in delivering low-cost, high-production results without injury or incident and continuously improving production and operations.
• Manage day-to-day operations and the shift crew, including safety, problem-solving, and contract administration, to meet site production goals.
• Work with maintenance personnel to achieve targeted business results in the area of responsibility.
• Meet or exceed departmental OIR and LWCIR objectives while delivering the monthly and yearly budget.
• Meet or exceed targeted production rates.
• Manage a diverse, highly skilled workforce in a team-oriented, self-directed environment.
• Develop effective working relationships with employees across operations and maintenance at all organizational levels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager