Asst Superintenden OPI

ND Paper • Rumford, ME

7h

About The Position

ND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States, generating over half a billion dollars in annual sales. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited – the largest containerboard producer in the world – ND Paper is part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and two sheeting facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia, the ND Paper family produces nearly one million tons of products annually. Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering positive work environments where individuals can advance and thrive. At ND Paper, we are investing in our future, and that starts with our staff.

The successful candidate will be responsible for R10, Paper Machine operations, he/she will carry out responsibilities to ensure optimal operations of the Paper machine, while meeting all operational requirements in the most efficient, economical, and safest manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or Pulp & Paper Science, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in pulp and paper manufacturing or heavy industrial operations.
• Working knowledge of papermaking processes, production management, and quality control.
• Familiarity with process control systems, CMMS, and Lean/TPM methodologies.
• Demonstrated understanding of safety regulations, policies, and safe work practices.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives and operational reliability.
• Exposure to machine troubleshooting, downtime reduction, and outage planning.
• Basic experience with budget tracking, planning, and cost awareness.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a union manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety as a core value by actively supporting and reinforcing the safe execution of work across all North Mill operations.
• Assist the Superintendent with the implementation and oversight of the North End organizational and operational structure.
• Support consistent safety compliance and clean production practices across assigned areas.
• Help establish and reinforce clear expectations, accountability, and recognition in alignment with Superintendent direction.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of operational systems, including PVR, ODR, MWS Scheduling, TCCs, and the MI Database.
• Support the execution and tracking of IAP initiatives to drive continuous improvement in the North Mill.
• Participate in developing strategic operational plans and support execution of defined priorities.
• Identify technical and resource gaps and escalate recommendations to the Superintendent.
• Assist with planning, forecasting, and monitoring of direct and indirect costs for the North Mill.
• Provide leadership coverage as needed and support cross-functional coordination with Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, Safety, and HR.
• Serve as a visible leadership presence on the floor, reinforcing standards and supporting frontline supervisors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family.
• Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.
• Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance.
• A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution
• Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees