Plant Manager

ND Paper • Sturtevant, WI

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Plant Manager Role owns total plant performance by building and leading systems that drive reliability, throughput, cost efficiency, and a high-performance culture. 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.

Requirements

• Previous corrugated plant management or similar leadership experience.
• 5 to 10 years in a leadership position.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to use IT systems, including Microsoft Office, human capital management systems, manufacturing systems and SAP.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with AICC or Fibre Box Association quality standards, preferred
• Familiarity with SPC (statistical process control) or equivalent process control methodologies, preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
• Own key plant performance drivers, including cost per MSF, labor efficiency, scrap reduction, and equipment uptime.
• Support production planning by aligning demand, capacity, and monthly/quarterly output targets.
• Ensure stable and reliable production through standardized work, clear machine ownership, and a locked production schedule.
• Lead daily performance management systems, including KPI tracking, visual management, shift huddles, and escalation processes.
• Oversee maintenance reliability by supporting preventive maintenance programs, spare parts readiness, and root cause failure analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and process performance to reduce downtime and repeat failures.
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and operational discipline across all shifts.
• Develop team capability through training, standard work adherence, and leadership development.

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: Manager