Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

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Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Position Title: 

Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Pay Rate:

 $75,800 to $111,100

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Where applicable, Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

Newton, NC Box Plant

1525 Mt Olive church Rd.

Newton, NC  28658

The Job You Will Perform:

• Following all safety rules and practices as well as being accountable for ensuring maintenance personnel follow the same safety rules and practices
• Supervision of a shift or team of maintenance hourly technicians
• Managing the maintenance budget for the facility
• Assisting Maintenance Supervisor with development and management of capital projects in ePAD system
• Utilizing various systems (including KIWI and SAP) to track and report maintenance key performance measures
• Managing the work order system utilizing SAP and tracking work orders through proficiency including compilation of reports for the facility leadership team
• Planning/scheduling maintenance projects including: scheduling of proper personnel (employees & contractors), maintaining project budget, ensuring access to machine manuals, ensuring necessary parts are in inventory and working with the production team to schedule time for completion of the project
• Planning/scheduling predictive & preventative maintenance activities
• Conducting a weekly maintenance priority meeting with the maintenance and production leadership team at the facility
• Leading Environmental Health & Safety initiatives in the facility, including but not limited to: air permitting, storm water compliance, HAZMAT, waste water compliance, roof maintenance, infared inspections, compressed air management, chilling tower/chiller, air handlers, fire & safety system inspections, contractor training, employee training, electrical and hot work.
• Acting as a back-up Maintenance Supervisor/Manager as needed
• Maintaining open communications with managers and first line leaders at the plant to ensure they are informed of problems and/or unusual situations
• In conjunction with the hourly maintenance team, management of the inventory/parts for the facility maintenance department storeroom including SAP system management and kitting of up-coming maintenance projects  
• Performing other duties as assigned by immediate manager or other facility leaders

The Skills You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree or technical degree preferred.
• Solid Computer / System skill set and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.   Prior experience utilizing SAP, KIWI and/or ePAD is highly preferred
• Prior supervisory/leadership experience and/or demonstrated situational leadership skills is required.
• Prior mechanical, electrical and/or maintenance troubleshooting experience is required.   Corrugated experience is highly preferred.
• Prior experience with predictive/preventative maintenance programs, inventory and capital project planning is highly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• The ability to multi-task and prioritize work effectively is required.
• Key competencies required include:
• Functional/Technical
• Problem Solving
• Action / Results Oriented
• Priority Setting
• Integrity and Trust
• Perseverance

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

 Nearest Major Market: Hickory, NC

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
Newton, NC  28658