Shift Supervisor, Pulp Mill

RYAM•Jesup, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

RYAM is a global leader in high purity cellulose production, serving diverse industries such as filters, food, pharmaceuticals, and high-performance plastics. With a history spanning over 100 years, RYAM has developed unique manufacturing processes and intellectual property, resulting in high-quality and consistent products. The company operates manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Canada, and France, generating significant revenue and exporting products to numerous countries worldwide. RYAM is committed to being a leading manufacturer of renewable products and seeks innovative individuals to contribute to its mission and vision. The Shift Supervisor, Pulp Mill, is responsible for leading and managing manufacturing operations during a designated shift to optimize mill performance, meet customer needs, and achieve plant objectives. This role encompasses all aspects of shift operations, including safety, housekeeping, quality, production, environmental control, equipment maintenance and reliability, cost management, chemical and raw material usage, and people management.

Requirements

BS degree in applicable field or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 year's experience in a manufacturing supervisory role (pulp operations preferred)
Well-developed knowledge of pulp manufacturing, plant maintenance practices and project management

Responsibilities

Leads safety efforts on shift to prevent injuries, eliminate hazards, improve housekeeping and comply with all applicable regulations and mill policies.
Implements improvement initiatives, corrects unsafe conditions and responds to safety concerns to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.
Supervises operators on shift, manages employee performance and promotes teamwork.
Provides appropriate coaching and training to ensure reliable performance and compliance with environmental, safety and quality requirements.
Assigns and schedules employees in a manner to maximize effectiveness within labor agreement constraints.
Addresses performance deficiencies and takes disciplinary action as appropriate.
Ensures safe maximum pulp production that meets manufacturing specifications and customer requirements.
Maintains quality and environmental parameters within prescribed limits, basing decisions on operating conditions and trends.
Ensures that required testing occurs on schedule and in an appropriate manner.
Works with other shift supervisors to coordinate, prioritize and assign shift maintenance activities to address emergency or urgent work orders.
Consults with maintenance personnel to ensure equipment repairs are completed in a timely manner.
Assigns operating personnel to perform preventive maintenance and maintenance assist activities.
Makes periodic rounds of assigned areas to monitor employee and equipment performance, operating conditions, housekeeping, safety, production, quality and environmental performance.
Manages the operation and activities on shift to control costs – labor, supplies, general expenses and chemicals.
Keeps other supervisors informed of overall operations and special problems that may affect them.
Coordinates planned and emergency repairs to minimize lost time.
Keeps up-to-date personnel records and data.
Manages and documents routine labor relations issues, employee counseling and grievances at the first step.
Communicates effectively with management to keep them informed and obtain necessary support.
Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, company policies and Rayonier’s Standard of Ethics and Code of Corporate Conduct.
Promotes and carries out the Company’s ongoing affirmative action and equal opportunity programs.