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First Line Leader- Paper Machine

International Paper

Pine Hill, AL, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 31 Jul 2026

💰 $124,500/yr($93,400/yr – $124,500/yr)

About the role

Position Title:

First Line Leader – Paper Machine

Pay Rate:

$93,400 - $124,500

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 short –term incentive plan.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time Exempt/12 HR Rotating Shift

Physical Location:

Pine Hill Mill (Pine Hill, AL)

The Job You Will Perform (including but not limited to):

Hold daily safety tailgate meetings with the crew.
Facilitate monthly safety and departmental required training.
Complete end-of-shift report on a daily basis.
Ensure that crew members complete checklists and basic care rounds.
Ensure that crew members are using Safe Work Observations and Pre-Job Safety Analyses as tools to recognize and address risks.
Ensure that each crew member is accountable for housekeeping in their area on a daily basis.
Promote teamwork and assist department employees in obtaining needed resources.
Serve as a communication link between management and the crews.
Be able to work effectively with department managers and employees.
Must be willing to confront individuals and utilize good problem-solving skills in resolving issues related to working safely or following safety procedures.
Must be able to effectively present information to groups of employees.
Participate in incident investigations and apply appropriate Company standards to address identified issues.
Effectively manage available resources on a daily basis through efficient planning and scheduling activities
Continually assess the training needs of crew members in order to provide learning opportunities
Manage overtime at or less than the mill goal
Work with maintenance crews to maintain optimum operating conditions and working relations.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Five (5) years of supervision experience in a manufacturing facility or an engineering degree preferred
A degree in Chemical, Paper, Mechanical or Electrical is preferred. Non-degreed candidates must have applicable/relevant work experience.
Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays as per schedule
Experience in a paper manufacturing area is strongly preferred
Proficient with Microsoft and SAP Applications
Active learner and ability to develop direct reports
Self-motivated and goal-oriented team player

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

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