Superintendent - Pulp Mill & Powerhouse at Greif Packaging LLC in Amherst, Virginia

Job Description:

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.

Job Requisition #:

029065 Superintendent - Pulp Mill & Powerhouse (Open)

Job Description:

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations.

OUR VISION:

Be the best performing customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE:

We create packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Greif's largest Paper Mill in Riverville, VA is seeking a seasoned Pulp Mill & Powerhouse Superintendent (Day shift) to oversee and manage the daily operations and administrative activities of a Semi-Chemical Pulp Mill, Woodyard, and Powerhouse including safety, production, maintenance, quality control and purchasing in support of the company policies and business objectives.

Some of the benefits you will enjoy from Day One:

• Competitive compensation


• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage


• Accrue up to 3 weeks of paid vacation


• 10 paid holidays


• Incentive plan eligible


• 401K company contribution + company match


• Employee Assistance Program


• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 each year)


• Paid Parental leave (4 weeks)

Key Responsibilities

• Motivates and leads employees in the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment. Monitors individual, department and quality performance trends and takes corrective action as necessary.


• Monitors machinery maintenance activity.


• Takes immediate action to remedy any unsafe working conditions and safeguard employees.


• Manages four Shift Supervisors and 35 operations team members.


• Interfaces with other departments in project-related work.


• Develops and institutes process improvement initiatives.


• Oversees a variety of administrative duties including, but not limited to purchasing, hours accounting, human resources, scheduling, inventory control, quality assurance, and safety.


• Manages vendor relations, quality, and claims.


• Compiles reports for distribution and decision-making as necessary.


• Controls expenditures in accordance with budget.


• Communicates goals and objectives, applies company policies, staff, trains, develops group skills in operational excellence by coaching, recommends salary increases, administers discipline, ensures positive employee relations, administers employee performance reviews, and develops/monitors personal development plans.


• May purchase raw materials and adequate supplies to support production.


• May conduct employee training sessions.


• May assist in annual budget preparation.


• May substitute for the General and/or Production Manager in his/her absence.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred


• 5+ years of direct experience in production control and management in Pulp Mill and Powerhouse operations.

Knowledge and Skills

• Substantial experience in supervision and management.


• High degree of organizational skill


• Understanding of OSHA, labor, and other federal regulations.


• Mechanical aptitude


• Demonstrated ability in analysis, prioritizing, delegating, and goal setting.


• Fundamental understanding of computer operations and software.

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EEO Statement:

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

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