Production Team Leader

Domtar Products•Kingsport, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world. Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth. The location in Kingsport Packaging, (Tennessee, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Production Team Leader. This job is full-time permanent.

Requirements

Minimum ten (10) years in manufacturing environment with minimum five (5) years in a supervisory role in a paper manufacturing environment
Ability to lead safety improvements through personal commitment and procedures; knowledge of industrial safety procedures and regulations
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and listening skills
Analytical, critical thinking, and proven problem-solving skills
Proven success building an engaged team
Proficient planning, organization, and time-management skills
Results focused and detail oriented

Nice To Haves

BS in Engineering or other relevant field
Working degree of computer literacy, including computer-based maintenance software (SAP) and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Drives the flow-to-work, high-performance work system.
Supports day-to-day operations of hourly Operational work teams, including but not limited to safety, productivity, quality, scheduling, timekeeping, training / development, performance, appropriate behavior, coaching / counseling etc.
Engages and inspires Operational work team members, while building a culture promoting team decision-making.
Planning and execution of DMS and shift hand-off meetings.
Be a safety advocate, lead by example.
Drive team efforts to identify root cause of issues, identify permanent corrective actions, document in mill-wide database, and provide follow-up
Achieves target results for efficiency, downtown, and production
Works with Tech/QC Manager, departmental management, and Operational work teams to identify root-cause of off-quality events and drives permanent solutions.
Collaborates with Maintenance and Operational work teams regarding equipment maintenance / repairs and outages
Works with CI, departmental management, Maintenance and Operational work teams to identify / implement process improvements and cost reduction projects to achieve desired results.