Power Shift Supervisor

Position Description:

The Power Front Line Leader at International Paper’s Riegelwood Mill will be responsible for safety and efficiently utilizing the full potential of operating, maintenance and other support resources to maximize the performance of the Power & Recovery Department facility. In conjunction with, providing quality, timely, and cost-effective services and products to customers. PL will vary depending upon experience and qualifications.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership on shift in safety, quality and efficient/reliable operations
• Evaluate employee performance through review of completed work assignments, techniques, and tasks
• Identify staff development and training needs as well as ensure training is obtained
• Manage overall operation and crews in order to maximize production, efficiency, and environmental compliance by effective use of resources
• Coach employees and set expectations in order to accomplish department’s as well as mill wide goals
• Establish performance measures, monitor inputs/outputs, and implement action plans for optimized production and overall improvement
• Coordinate activities through scheduling work assignments, setting priorities, and directing the work crews

Qualifications:

• High school diploma with equivalent experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other related field preferred
• Work experience in a Pulp/Paper mill with area process knowledge is a plus  
• Strong candidates will have thorough knowledge of power boiler and recovery boiler systems, concepts and applications, and is capable of being technical resource for utilities employees

Key Competencies:

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Veterans