Production Superintendent

Position Title:

Production Superintendent

 

Pay Rate:

$82,500 - $110,000 (USCORE)

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s annual incentive plan.

 

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time Exempt

 

Physical Location:

5570 SW Western Ave.

Beaverton OR 97005

 

The Job You Will Perform:

This position is a function member of the Ink Lead Team and reports to the Complex Ink Manager.  The Production Superintendent is responsible for leading all aspects of the manufacturing operations at Beaverton, Cerritos, and Sanger. (i.e. Safety, Scheduling, Production, Shipping / Receiving, Inventory Management, Housekeeping, Facility and Preventative Maintenance, Directing Hourly Employees, Reporting and additional items as directed)

Directs Safe operations of the Beaverton Bulk and Blend production crews and Cerritos and Sanger Blend operations.  Facilitate task teams to implement plant initiatives and reduce gaps in safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, waste, etc.  

Ensures:

• All orders are prepared for shipment. Supervise shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished products.
• Productivity goals are met by establishing clear goals, providing requisite resources to direct reports. 
• Equipment is properly maintenance.
• Engagement is achieved by providing leadership.  This includes listening and responding to employee issues, taking decisive actions, recognizing excellent performance and holding employees accountable for undesired behaviors.
• Effective communication both up and down the organization on key issues (e.g. crew meetings, performance 1-on-1’s, overtime plans, monthly business results, etc.)
• Manage the Cerritos and Sanger Blend site supervisors
• Ability to travel roughly 20%.

 

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Candidate must be a proven leader, goal oriented, self-starter, good communicator and computer literate.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Candidate must have a firm understanding of driving safety culture, adhering to corporate and human resources policy. 
• Candidate must also demonstrate a sincere interest and desire to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Prior knowledge within the Printing Ink industry is preferred and Color Theory knowledge is a plus! 
• An understanding of Continuous Improvement and 5S are also desired.   

 

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, 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 a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with