Facilities FLL

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Position:

Facilities FLL

Pay Range:

(PL11)

$99,000- $110,000

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:

3737 Hwy 3 North

Redwood, MS 39156

The Job You Will Perform:

Description:

A Facility Preservation FLL is responsible for supervising the mechanical maintenance, repair and rebuild of equipment to achieve high reliability and minimize repair costs.  This supervisor will report through the Reliability Department and be direct contact for onsite contractors as well as shift mechanics. Maintenance activities include: directing crew in routine repairs, outage preparation and execution, preventive and predictive maintenance efforts. This FLL will be the direct contact for grounds crew, scaffolding contractor, AC, elevators, and other needed facility preservation. This FLL will also support the onsite tank coordinator during outage. The crew that this individual will supervise will set the standard for precision work and retain the knowledge of these repair procedures for Vicksburg equipment. This position will be a PL11-13, depending on the experience of the successful candidate.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Must ensure their team works safely in an industrial environment, and consistently demonstrate model safety behavior
• Maximize team impact by focusing on precision work and avoid rework
• Coach and manage employees to be in complete support/compliance with Reliability efforts, through adherence to Work Management Systems, Precision Maintenance practices & standards, Root Cause Analysis & Equipment Condition & Monitoring practices
• Communicate and implement fundamental maintenance standards and expectations, audit frequently for sustainability and consistency, and give constructive feedback and correct behaviors when needed
• Hold meaningful one-to-one discussions with members of the Pulp mechanical crew; set clear expectations for both team and individuals
• Work closely with Purchasing Manager to establish and maintain contracts for the mill to provide central services for the mill.
• Work closely with Capital Manager and Department BUMS to secure funding for capital projects and mill capital projects assisting each area.
• Work closely with the Tank Coordinator to assist with mill asset preservation.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Engineering Manager and Mill Controller to develop and execute Central Maintenance Budget.

Qualifications:

H.S. Diploma or GED, along with 7 years of mechanical maintenance experience.  At least 3 to 5 years experience in a manufacturing maintenance leadership role is preferred.  The successful candidate will possess substantial knowledge of and experience with maintaining rotating equipment including pumps and gearboxes, welding and cutting metals, heavy rigging, pipefitting, and repair/troubleshooting of hydraulic systems.

Key Competencies:

Influencing Others, Motivating Others, Building Effective Teams, Problem Solving, Action Oriented, Managing and Measuring Work, Planning, Organizing, Drive for Results, and Command Skills

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 experience, training, & 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 125 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. 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.
Vicksburg  MS  39156