Paper supervisor

Description

• operate the area so that environmental compliance is maintained; coordinate between maintenance & operations on equipment repairs & outages;

as well as proper handling of the labor force within the confines of the union contract and DAWS (Domtar Advanced Work System).

Job Responsibilities / Accountabilities :

• Proactive Safety Leader and Champions Domtar Safety Principles : All incidents are preventable; our commitment to safety is based on caring;
• line management is responsible and accountable for employee and contractor safety; we are personally accountable for our own safety;

safety is a condition of employment.

• Strong leader that supports goals of Fine Paper Mill department
• Commitment to open communication
• Actively engaging workforce to collaborate for continuous improvement and business results
• Represents Domtar with honesty and integrity in all matters, including safety policy and PPE compliance
• Assigning, reviewing, and planning work for crews and maintenance support
• Resolving union disagreement and grievances at the first level
• Set expectations, manage crew and individual performance, and implement plans to continually improved performance : Conduct performance evaluations and develop improvement plans for hourly employees;

utilize both positive reinforcement as well as disciplinary action to manage performance; maintain positive, proactive culture and healthy working relationships within crew

• Develop and manage training of the hourly team including new employee orientation to the department
• Support Crew Training and priorities based on the DAWS requirements and needs of the crew skill sets.
• Key Skill Sets :
• A personal dedication to safety, including proactive support of efforts to create a culture of safety excellence.
• Team player; can work as part of a team or in an independent setting.
• Good communicator at all levels of organization to include listening, writing, and presenting.
• Demonstrated commitment to work within and create a safe and healthy work environment.
• Qualifications :
• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Paper, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related discipline preferred.
• If no degree, must have at least 5 years of practical experience in a paper manufacturing facility.
• If degree, must have at least 2 years of experience in a paper manufacturing facility.
• Experience working in a Process Safety Management environment within a leadership position preferred but not required.
• Able to climb steps & ladders, open valves, lift & carry equipment; wear respirators and gas masks, and required to enter confined workspaces when needed.
• Able to work in an environment with paper dust, heat, dirt, grease, chemicals, noise, and other industrial climates, both normal and abnormal / adverse weather conditions.
• Able and willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift (currently "4 on & 4 off"), or as assigned related to relief positions.
• Ability to function independently with minimal supervision and able to meet demands of a 24 / 7 operation
• Basic proficiencies in Microsoft Office
• Ability to utilize Hourly Time (payroll) software and scheduling.

Last updated : 2024-08-31