Paper Machine Superintendent

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.•Toronto, ON

32d

About The Position

At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact. The Opportunity Reporting to the Production Manager, this position provides leadership, daily support, and technical expertise to the paper machine team, focusing on safety, quality, production, cost and environmental performance. Accomplish this through the implementation and adherence to TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) standards.

Requirements

Successful candidate to have 5+ years of hands-on leadership experience managing employees in a unionized manufacturing or industrial environment, with the ability to apply collective agreements consistently and effectively
Engineering degree or technical education background preferred (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related discipline)
Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis, KPI tracking, and reporting, required
Working knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement methodologies
Strong understanding of production operations, equipment performance, safety leadership, and continuous improvement principles in a 24/7 operating environment
Demonstrated problem‑solving, decision‑making, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under operational pressure
Experience supporting capital installations, equipment upgrades, or process improvement projects in a manufacturing setting

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Green Belt or other continuous improvement certification considered an asset

Responsibilities

Create a culture where the safety of our people and our environment stewardship are priorities over production
Actively engage and hold the team accountable to the SafeStart program
Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, procedures, and company standards
Conduct regular safety inspections and promptly address unsafe conditions or behaviors
Evolve and mature the safety culture by actively participating in the safety conversation and behavioral safety processes
Maintain compliance with environmental regulations
Ensure strong housekeeping standards are established, maintained, and audited regularly
Create a culture where we embrace and implement TPM methodologies enabling our capability to achieve a world class OEE target of 90% by the end of 2025
Enforce quality standards throughout the production process, identifying and resolving any quality issues promptly
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production efficiency and quality
Support plant wide initiatives to drive OEE and waste improvement including Break Down Analysis (BDA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Clean Inspect and Lubricate (CIL), Focused Improvement (FI), One Point Lessons (OPL) and Standard Operating Practice (SOP) activities
Identify and resolve production issues, troubleshoot machine problems, and implement solutions
Attend daily and weekly operations review (DOR & WOR) meetings to check performance metrics, identify issues, and develop corrective actions
Actively participate in the monthly review of site Objectives, Goals, Strategies, and Metrics (OGSM) and contribute to the development of the annual plan
Support and execute capital improvement and equipment upgrade projects, including commissioning and start‑up activities
Partner with Engineering and Maintenance on reliability improvements, shut planning, and asset optimization
Manage day‑to‑day relationships with vendors and contractors supporting the paper machine area, ensuring all work complies with site safety, quality, cost, and operational standards
Support capital installations and major equipment upgrades by coordinating vendors, internal stakeholders, and shift resources, and by participating in commissioning, equipment acceptance, performance verification, and post‑installation reviews
Create a culture where our people want to come to work, enjoy working together, and share a sense of belonging
Lead and support shift teams, ensuring alignment with production plans, safety standards, and operating procedures
Supervise, coach, and develop Assistant Superintendents, Process Engineers, and Co‑op Students
Conduct performance reviews, provide regular feedback, and support employee development plans
Perform audits on the CI (Clean and Inspect) process
Recognize and celebrate team achievements to reinforce positive performance and behaviors
Collaborate effectively with union leadership, shift supervisors, maintenance, and cross‑functional teams
Train team members on technical processes and procedures to improve their skills and knowledge
Proactively identify risks and escalate operational, safety, or people‑related concerns to management