Brightpath Associates LLC
Paper Machine Superintendent
Brightpath Associates LLC, Menominee, Michigan, United States, 49858
Paper Machine Superintendent
Full Time, Permanent & Onsite – Menominee, MI
The Paper Machine Superintendent is responsible for leading all operations of the paper machine area to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production of quality paper products. This role drives process optimization and fosters a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and coordinate daily operations of one or more paper machines to meet production, quality, and cost targets.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
Monitor and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) such as machine efficiency, downtime, waste, and energy use.
Partner with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
Lead root‑cause problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) to improve uptime, product quality, and productivity.
Analyze data and trends to identify areas for process and cost improvements.
Drive consistency across shifts and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Safety and Compliance
Enforce all safety procedures and standards; champion a zero‑incident safety culture.
Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
Ensure compliance with all environmental, quality, and corporate regulations.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality departments to coordinate planned outages, process changes, and product trials.
Support capital projects and process upgrades, including commissioning and startup activities.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Paper Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Paper mill or industrial manufacturing experience.
Strong technical understanding of paper machine operations, process control systems, and quality parameters.
Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level
Employment type : Full‑time
Job function : Administrative
Industries : Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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The Paper Machine Superintendent is responsible for leading all operations of the paper machine area to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production of quality paper products. This role drives process optimization and fosters a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Direct and coordinate daily operations of one or more paper machines to meet production, quality, and cost targets.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
Monitor and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) such as machine efficiency, downtime, waste, and energy use.
Partner with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
Lead root‑cause problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) to improve uptime, product quality, and productivity.
Analyze data and trends to identify areas for process and cost improvements.
Drive consistency across shifts and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Safety and Compliance
Enforce all safety procedures and standards; champion a zero‑incident safety culture.
Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
Ensure compliance with all environmental, quality, and corporate regulations.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality departments to coordinate planned outages, process changes, and product trials.
Support capital projects and process upgrades, including commissioning and startup activities.
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Paper Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
Paper mill or industrial manufacturing experience.
Strong technical understanding of paper machine operations, process control systems, and quality parameters.
Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level
Employment type : Full‑time
Job function : Administrative
Industries : Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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