KnowHireMatch
Business Unit Leader - Paper Mill Operations
KnowHireMatch, Anderson, South Carolina, us, 29622
Business Unit Leader – Paper Mill Operations
Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Overview A consumer products manufacturer is seeking a hands‑on Business Unit Leader to own end‑to‑end production operations for a paper mill business unit running across multiple shifts. This role leads 100+ employees with 7‑10 direct reports and is accountable for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale while driving continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do
Lead daily operations for the business unit across multiple shifts; set priorities and allocate resources to meet plan
Manage, coach, and develop a team of supervisors/engineers/technicians; build bench strength and a high‑performance culture
Own KPI performance (OEE, yield, waste, uptime, throughput, safety, quality); diagnose gaps and execute recovery plans
Champion Lean/Six Sigma and project management to deliver sustained CI across the paper machine and supporting processes
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards; model and enforce a zero‑injury culture
Partner with maintenance, quality, supply chain, and technical teams to optimize runnability and product performance
Plan and execute capital and productivity projects; manage budgets and timelines
Standardize best practices, visual management, and tiered daily management routines
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Paper Science, or related field)
Paper industry background from a paper mill with direct paper machine operating/leadership experience
Proven production leadership managing 100+ employees and 7‑10 direct reports across multiple shifts
Demonstrated success in continuous improvement with Lean and/or Six Sigma and formal project management experience
Track record of driving change and improving key metrics (safety, quality, cost, delivery, OEE)
Preferred Qualities
Strong floor presence; decisive, data‑driven, and calm under pressure
Excellent coaching, mentoring, and talent‑development skills
Effective cross‑functional collaborator with clear, direct communication
Benefits Location/Shift: Multi‑shift manufacturing environment (on‑site leadership required). Compensation/Benefits: Competitive base, bonus, and benefits commensurate with experience.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Manufacturing
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Overview A consumer products manufacturer is seeking a hands‑on Business Unit Leader to own end‑to‑end production operations for a paper mill business unit running across multiple shifts. This role leads 100+ employees with 7‑10 direct reports and is accountable for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale while driving continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do
Lead daily operations for the business unit across multiple shifts; set priorities and allocate resources to meet plan
Manage, coach, and develop a team of supervisors/engineers/technicians; build bench strength and a high‑performance culture
Own KPI performance (OEE, yield, waste, uptime, throughput, safety, quality); diagnose gaps and execute recovery plans
Champion Lean/Six Sigma and project management to deliver sustained CI across the paper machine and supporting processes
Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards; model and enforce a zero‑injury culture
Partner with maintenance, quality, supply chain, and technical teams to optimize runnability and product performance
Plan and execute capital and productivity projects; manage budgets and timelines
Standardize best practices, visual management, and tiered daily management routines
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (Engineering, Paper Science, or related field)
Paper industry background from a paper mill with direct paper machine operating/leadership experience
Proven production leadership managing 100+ employees and 7‑10 direct reports across multiple shifts
Demonstrated success in continuous improvement with Lean and/or Six Sigma and formal project management experience
Track record of driving change and improving key metrics (safety, quality, cost, delivery, OEE)
Preferred Qualities
Strong floor presence; decisive, data‑driven, and calm under pressure
Excellent coaching, mentoring, and talent‑development skills
Effective cross‑functional collaborator with clear, direct communication
Benefits Location/Shift: Multi‑shift manufacturing environment (on‑site leadership required). Compensation/Benefits: Competitive base, bonus, and benefits commensurate with experience.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Manufacturing
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