New Bern, NC Pay Rate:

$99,000 - $121,000 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 About The Role:

The key accountabilities listed below are not to be considered all-inclusive; a Front Line Leader may be required to perform additional tasks, as directed, and based on changing business needs of the company. Supports and leads efforts that include an injury-free environment through role modeling safe behavior, active involvement in safety activities and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment. Supports and leads efforts at the New Bern Mill that include an injury-free environment through role modeling safe behavior, active involvement in safety activities, the effective use of the Safety Leadership knowledge, skills, and tools, and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment Completes the First Line Leader (FLL) Onboarding/Proficiency Curriculum and Safety Leadership Certification Understands and leads the crew's management, operation, and performance of many of the mill's environmental systems Understands the products we make, how our operations processes can affect the quality of those products, and how to protect our products from adverse impacts as a result of our operation Manages a shift of hourly operators within Operations; safely and responsibly keeps all necessary equipment functioning to meet mill needs Coordinates and leads efforts to support high performance work teams Leadership role in ensuring team member relations, efforts, and processes are in place to maximize team member engagement and results Leads, provides guidance, and/or supports teams as needed to achieve team goals, daily responsibilities, and overall achievement of mill goals Takes a leadership role in the training and development processes for each member of the crew Manages daily shift operations in their assigned area and a focus on continuous improvement Provides feedback, coaching, support and, when necessary, take corrective measures, to ensure all team members have a positive, productive, and safe work environment Communicates as needed with team members and mill leadership for resolution of safety, environmental, quality, reliability, cost, production, and personnel issues Communicates and leads the application of International Paper and facility policies and standards Hold meaningful one-to-one discussions with members of your crew; set clear expectations for both team and individuals and motivate team members to strive for success Provide leadership to troubleshoot, understand the causes of, and correct all issues Develops, maintains, and supports use of reliable methods for all processes and their improvements. Maintains and develops team relationships Manage the Safety Programs such as

Lockout, Hot Work, Process Break, and Vessel Entry About You:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Demonstrated and successful leadership ability in a manufacturing environment, including knowledge of and leadership in manufacturing safety practices. Must have a high level of integrity, energy, and leadership ability to develop and lead others. Demonstrated and successful ability to lead and continuously improve team performance to promote an injury-free work environment, provide a quality product, and achieve world class productivity in support of a high performance work system. Effective oral and written communications skills with proven ability to provide positive and improvement feedback, coaching opportunities, and take corrective measures as appropriate.

Preferred:

College Degree Preferred Strong computer skills required Excellent skills in organizing, planning, priority setting, and time management, with proven ability to adapt to sudden changes in the work environment Ability to effectively facilitate problem solving or conflict resolution processes. About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF): Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.

Why GCF:

Global Cellulose Fibers 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.

We've Got You Covered:

At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including: Medical, Dental, Life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Short-term and Long-term Disability 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions

Paid Time Off Physical Location of Position:

New Bern Mill 1785 Weyerhaeuser Road Vanceboro, NC 28456 Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.