Fine Paper Machine (FPM) Shift Supervisor
The overall function of the Fine Paper Machine (FPM) Shift Supervisor position is to coordinate the safe, cost-effective operation of the Fine Paper area at the mill’s sustaining rate; 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.
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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.
