Area Operations Manager – Paper Mill Position Available In Somerset, Maine

Somerset is currently looking for an Operations Manager for Paper Machine #2 to develop and lead personnel and business processes systems to fully support paper production. This position offers the opportunity to work and grow in a vibrant, forward-thinking mill with a team of highly-skilled, dedicated employees. The person in this role is integral to the overall success of the mill and, as such, is a key member of the management team.

Essential Function Responsibilities:

Must be able to lead productivity projects that lead to significant improvements
Ability to implement and use systems to manage with
Capable of filling in for machine managers. Special Skills/Certifications, etc.: Demonstrated good communications skills
Strong computer skills
Demonstrated ability to be promoted to a higher level of responsibility
Proven ability to lead hourly and salary employees and set high expectations
Skilled at improving organizational effectiveness and developing subordinates
Ability to lead and manage a team.
Demonstrated teamwork skills with peers and other areas of a paper mill

Strong Safety Leadership Entry Requirements:

BS in chemical, paper science or mechanical engineering or equivalent technical training and experience
10 years+ experience in coated, wood-free paper making operation
Successful experience in managing 24-hour operation and multiple work crews
Strong communication skills Extensive experience in coated, wood-free paper making operation (large, high speed coated machine experience preferred), including:
On machine coating
On machine calendering
Winder operation