Kraft Mill Superintendent

Job Description: Position scope This candidate will be responsible to manage the Kraft Mill operations to assist in meeting safety, quality, production, and environmental goals. Specific areas of responsibility include Digester, Bleach Plant, Brownstock and Screening, and the ClO2 plant. roles & reponsiblities Strong knowledge of how to successfully operate Kraft mill processes regarding CL02 production, bleaching, brownstock, screening, and the digester. Supervising both salaried and hourly crews (30 people), granting vacations and floater requests from the work force. Ensure a quality product is being produced in the Kraft Mill areas. Be a liaison between other mill departments, outside suppliers, and service providers. Creating weekly work schedules to be completed by operations and maintenance groups Able to plan, organize, and prioritize Kraft Mill projects within the budget given Oversee, implement, and enforce safety policies, local and federal regulations, and quality and production goals. Capable to understand and learn associated controls and software systems. Responsible for reporting safety incidents, ensuring standard operating procedures are up-to-date, work requests are entered, lockout tagout procedures are correct, etc. Ensure compliance with PSM standards Able to plan, organize, and prioritize projects within the budget given skills Supervisory experience is required Ability to work effectively with all groups of people, including unionized work force. Candidate needs to have strong communication skills, (i.e., interpersonal, written and verbal) Self-directed and motivated to complete special projects Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead a group to a quick decision or make a timely decision on their own. Desired computer skills are Microsoft Word & Excel, CMMS experience, Kronos or equivalent program for tracking hours and pay for hourly workers Prefer experience with PSM or in a PSM-regulated environment Able to multi-task effeciciently under demanding circumstances EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or an Engineering field desired, however equivalent work experience in the operation of the Kraft Mill (includes Kraft Mill or bleaching process) can be suitable.