Paper Machine Superintendent

SUMMARY

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paper Machine Superintendent/Supervisor in the north Richmond, VA area. This role will lead the daily paper machine operations ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency are met. Relocation assistance provided, competitive annual salary, profit sharing, employee share purchase plan, a full range of additional benefits, plus an annual allowance to spend on goods and services of your choice. We are seeking moldable high-potential talent to develop. This role is intended to create a direct runway into a Production Manager and eventually Plant Manager role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive execution of daily management systems, including structured shift handovers and production reviews.
• Monitor performance, identify losses, and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead, coach, and develop frontline supervisors and hourly employees to build capability and accountability.
• Champion a strong safety culture through visible leadership, audits, and incident investigations.
• Partner closely with Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve reliability and process performance.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical Engineering, or related field a must.
• 5–8+ years of progressive experience in paper manufacturing industry
• Proven leadership experience managing supervisors and production teams
• Strong technical understanding of paper machine operations
• Demonstrated ability to drive results and continuous improvement
• Experience in a Assistant Superintendent, Process Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Asset Supervisor, or Production Plant Supervisor 
• Exposure to reliability programs or manufacturing excellence systems