Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent

Job Title: Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent

Compensation: $90,190 - $128,000 – 10% VCP

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At ND Paper, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

About Us

ND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales. We are an environmentally friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities, and our mill in Fairmont, West Virginia is one of only three in the world that produces air-dried, recycled pulp. Our fourth mill in Old Town, ME produces softwood kraft pulp. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
• Own and execute the housekeeping improvement plan.
• Work with the training coordinator to develop educational materials that increase operator knowledge.
• Audit 360 process in your area.
• Participate in area, mill, and enterprise initiatives for improving our safety performance.
• Work with maintenance to execute repair plan for the equipment in your area.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly rounds in your area to set new standards for precision operations.
• Develop a list of process KPI’s and hold the team accountable for achieving results consistent with best in class.
• Produce and certify a product of the highest acceptable quality meeting all customer’s specifications while minimizing cost through continuous improvement. Examples include – chemicals, materials, labor, energy, yield improvement, repair costs, etc.
• Effectively work with suppliers and outside service groups to ensure highest levels of service and workmanship of the products and raw materials that we use.
• Supervise all production and quality activities for the line when on call for the weekend.
• Maintain harmonious relations with employees by administering contract provisions and company policies.
• Assist in standard and budget setting for the annual and long-term plans.
• Possess ambulatory capabilities to move freely about the mill, ascend and descend ladders, and tolerate temperature extremes.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Be available 24 hours by way of home or cellular phone during scheduled on-call weeks.
• Work beyond normal work schedule as necessary to fulfill position responsibilities.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in paper science, chemistry, or engineering plus at least 5 years of experience in paper manufacturing operations such as an assistant production superintendent and at least 2 years of supervisory experience. Packaging and winding experience a plus!

OR

• Any equivalent combination of education and experience

Attributes for Success

• Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand.
• Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond.
• Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture.
• Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve.
• Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly.
• Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship.

ND Paper Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family.
• Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.
• Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance.
• A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution
• Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location.

Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and paid time off. Discover more about our benefits and how we support our team by visiting 2025 Benefits. Come be a part of our team and grow with us!

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Please submit your resume, and salary requirements to https://us.ndpaper.com/careers 

No unsolicited resumes - ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Paper, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit.