Lab Supervisor

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title: 

Lab Supervisor

Pay Rate:

$65,100 - $95,500

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

601 County Road 78

Selma, AL

The Job You Will Perform:

The Lab Supervisor is a member of the Environmental, Health, & Safety Group and reports to the Environmental Manager at the Riverdale Mill.  This position does directly supervise hourly employees.

This role ensures the continued success of the mill’s environmental lab through training and mentoring the lab techs, performs environmental compliance testing, and analyzes results to identify problems and recommend improvements.

The job requires knowledge of standard lab test procedures and methods, execution of field sampling, calculation of test results, verification of accurate results and timely communication of test results to applicable personnel with little or no direct supervision.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Independently performing non-routine testing and lab work
• Writing technical reports with a summary, conclusions and recommendations
• Supervises and assists with the internal training, development and competency checks of lab staff
• Identifying and leading implementation of constructive change within work area
• Interpreting data trends using graphs and correlations with process knowledge and communicating appropriately
• Supervises timely and accurate preparation, analysis and quantitation of test samples
• Provides laboratory technical support (coordination with vendors for repairs, calibrations and coordinating with lab team for routine maintenance.)
• Supports and participates in lab Quality Control Programs
• Will participate in Weekend Duty Rotation

The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, and be able to work with all mill employees as needed to promote and achieve a safe work place.  The individual will have good written and oral skills.

The successful candidate, under direction of the Environmental Manager, will work with mill management to develop specific objectives aimed at improving mill performance in the HSE area.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA or BS in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related/equivalent field of study required
• 2+ years’ experience in an environmental laboratory setting
• Experience in a paper manufacturing setting is strongly preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft and SAP Applications
• Active Learner
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented team player

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 and promotional opportunities within a global company

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 2022 were $21.2 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.
Selma  AL  36701-8311