First Line Leader- Paper Machine

Position Title

First Line Leader – Paper Machine

Pay Rate

• $93,400 - $124,500
• Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.
• Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short –term incentive plan.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time Exempt/12 HR Rotating Shift

Physical Location

Pine Hill Mill (Pine Hill, AL)

The Job You Will Perform (including but not limited to)

• Hold daily safety tailgate meetings with the crew.
• Facilitate monthly safety and departmental required training.
• Complete end-of-shift report on a daily basis.
• Ensure that crew members complete checklists and basic care rounds.
• Ensure that crew members are using Safe Work Observations and Pre-Job Safety Analyses as tools to recognize and address risks.
• Ensure that each crew member is accountable for housekeeping in their area on a daily basis.
• Promote teamwork and assist department employees in obtaining needed resources.
• Serve as a communication link between management and the crews.
• Be able to work effectively with department managers and employees.
• Must be willing to confront individuals and utilize good problem-solving skills in resolving issues related to working safely or following safety procedures.
• Must be able to effectively present information to groups of employees.
• Participate in incident investigations and apply appropriate Company standards to address identified issues.
• Effectively manage available resources on a daily basis through efficient planning and scheduling activities
• Continually assess the training needs of crew members in order to provide learning opportunities
• Manage overtime at or less than the mill goal
• Work with maintenance crews to maintain optimum operating conditions and working relations.

The Skills You Will Bring

• Five (5) years of supervision experience in a manufacturing facility or an engineering degree preferred
• A degree in Chemical, Paper, Mechanical or Electrical is preferred. Non-degreed candidates must have applicable/relevant work experience.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays as per schedule
• Experience in a paper manufacturing area is strongly preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft and SAP Applications
• Active learner and ability to develop direct reports
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented team player