First Line Leader PBU Position Available In Escambia, Florida

First Line Leader PBU

Description:

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title:

First Line Leader PBU

Pay Rate:

$82,500 – $110,000
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

375 Muscogee Road
Cantonment, FL

The Job You Will Perform:

Provide visible and active leadership in delivering excellent safety results
Participate as a member of the Power Business Unit
Report and communicate safety, environmental and performance measurements against objectives
Conduct one to one developmental discussions and coach employees to accomplish team goals
Provide direct support for and participation in the mill’s structured cost reduction efforts/teams
Lead and deliver results through systems and processes
Maintain strong relationships with other Power Business Unit personnel as well as operating and maintenance department leaders throughout the mill
Enforce corrective actions to address safety and performance matters
Coordinate training and development for crew following CBA and GMTI guidelines
Actively use and improve upon existing systems for managing daily operations
Initiate and facilitate problem solving (TCC)
Understand and promote Manufacturing Excellence tools and processes
Support 5S program for the area and drive improvement projects, audit systems, and excellent results
Provide support for capital project development and implementation
Implement systems to improve/sustain results
Provide support for budgeting cycle targeted at delivering year over year savings
Facilitate the implementation of new procedures and controls required by the change in facilities, products, and corporate policies and procedures

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

Manufacturing experience is required
3-5 years of experience in a Power area is preferred
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent practice experience is preferred
Must be experienced in using a computer and skilled in word processing, spreadsheet programs (Microsoft Excel), SAP business systems and other databases
Customer Focus, Manages Complexity, Resourcefulness, Directs Work, Self-Development, Ensures Accountability, Communicates Effectively

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training and promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (

NYSE:

IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions.