Engineering Executive Search Firm Hiring for Operations Manager (Pulp Mill) $128k-$150k Job at Canton, NC Full Time

Operations Manager (Pulp Mill)
Location: Canton, NC 28716
Salary: $128k-$150k
Bonus &Sign-On Bonus: YES
Relocation: Yes
Benefits: Excellent – Medical/Dental/Vision, 401K, Education Assistance, Vacation and Holiday Pay

Job Description: Area Operations Manager
Manage and provide direction for the activities of Pulp Mill employees to meet production goals while balancing quality, productivity, performance, cost, safety, environmental, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.

Qualifications/Requirements: Area Operations Manager (Pulp Mill)

• Undergraduate degree required.
• Preferred degree areas include Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or eight to ten years’ relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Other technical undergraduate degrees will be considered when combined with job experience relevant to the job requirements.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing pulping and bleaching processes.
• Minimum 2 years experience managing others.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Paper Industry is preferred.
• Ability to lead people and get results through others with the ability.
• Results driven with advanced problem solving skills.
• Application of Manufacturing Excellence (Lean Six Sigma) process.
• Understanding and ability to apply the language of the collective bargaining agreement is required.
• Champion to initiate and manage change.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well under pressure.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of product.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Strong computer skills
• Must be able to work independently and think proactively with minimal daily guidance. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior supervisory experience of a salaried and hourly workforce is required.

Duties and Responsibilities Area Operations Manager (Pulp Mill)

• The ideal candidate will preferably have bleached paper experience.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
• Drives employee training and provides tools to meet or exceed departmental goals and objectives.
• Resolves employee issues by utilizing problem-solving skills while considering multiple sources, such as contract language and future business direction.
• Addresses issues impacting performance expeditiously getting outside resources involved as needed.
• Strong understanding and application of the collective bargaining process are required. In collaboration with Human Resources, manage the department’s grievance process.
• Build, develop and strengthen through leadership, education and empowerment of Pulp Mill resources to meet safety, environmental, production, quality and cost goals of the Pulp Mill and the Canton Mill.
• Responsible for setting direction, identifying priorities, coordinating the activities of other departments as it relates to the area performance.
• Maintain a high level of environmental performance and continue to strive for continuous improvement while achieving overall mill operational goals. Work safely in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and policies to understand and adhere to OSHA regulations.
• Ensure all employees are knowledgeable of and adhere to mill safety policies and regulations.
• Promote a safety culture and administer accountability for unsafe behaviors. Ensure supervisors drive safety within their shifts and crews.
• Works with other department leaders and direct reports to promote team work among crew and peers. Monitors and manages the development of the Employees in the area.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $128,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Canton, NC 28716: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Pulping & Bleaching management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Problem Solving: 1 year (Preferred)
• Lean Six Sigma: 1 year (Preferred)
• Continuous improvement: 1 year (Preferred)
• Quality control: 1 year (Preferred)
• Bleached Paper: 1 year (Preferred)
• Area Operations Managing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Collective bargaining process: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: One location