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