Operations Superintendent

Position Overview

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations Superintendent will utilize process data and operating conditions to drive process solutions for the Green Bay Mill Division. The Operations Superintendent will focus on the areas of operational best practices, technology advancement, process improvement projects, cost improvement projects, capital justification, and planning activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead group problem solving activities, statistical data analysis activities, and facilitate the establishment of operational best practices.• Assist in coordinating daily production operations focusing on optimization of safety, environmental stewardship, profit, and productivity.• Provide leadership to maintain safe working conditions and good housekeeping practices.• Analyze process data to develop optimum operating strategies.• Work on special projects, both engineering and those dealing with changes in the infrastructure of the mill organization.• Assist in short and long-term maintenance budget planning.• Support shift supervisors and production crews in daily operations.• Participate in a rotating weekend duty schedule for the Operations area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science or other related field.• Five years paper industry experience in a management position.• A high degree of paper machine operations knowledge and its supporting systems.• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects at one time.• Possession of key competencies including conflict management, business negotiation, organization, analytical skills, and decision-making.• Ability to delegate responsibilities and provide leadership and training to key personnel.• Ability to work with other departments to achieve GBMD's visions and strategies by motivating, inspiring and gaining commitment for a course of action that achieves results.• Understanding of how to manage all aspects of operations (safety, environmental, vendors, production, purchasing, etc).• Superior verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively deliver and reinforce consistent messages at all levels.• Ability to communicate and educate others on complex process issues and statistical data.• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook) as well as experience with Microsoft Project preferred.• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).• Experience with Management and Union relations preferred.• Ability to effectively manage, delegate, and mentor to obtain desired results.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, prescription drug, STD, LTD and company matching 401(k).

Division Description

The Green Bay Mill Division is a vertically integrated paper mill that manufactures containerboard using 100% recycled furnish. The operation consists of one paper machine responsible for the production of linerboard and medium paper used to manufacture corrugated boxes. This family-owned mill is located near the mouth of the Fox River in Green Bay, Wisconsin.