First Line Leader - OCC

International Paper Company

$82K — $110K *
Selma, AL 36701In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a leadership role within manufacturing or related field
  • Strong background in safety compliance and workplace engagement
  • Demonstrated ability to implement training and development plans
  • Proficient in coordinating maintenance activities and troubleshooting equipment issues
  • Excellent communication skills for teamwork and employee development
  • Experience in managing administrative tasks like scheduling and compliance

Responsibilities

  • Lead the OCC crew to achieve goals in safety and reliability
  • Ensure team compliance with mill and company policies
  • Manage administrative tasks such as pay and vacation scheduling
  • Conduct one-on-one meetings with team members for feedback
  • Identify training needs and implement appropriate plans
  • Coordinate with operations for maintenance priorities
  • Troubleshoot equipment problems and develop solutions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and life insurance coverage
  • Retirement plans including 401(k) with company contributions
  • Generous Paid Time Off policy
  • Education development assistance including tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan repayment support
  • Access to voluntary benefits for home, auto, and pet insurance
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Title:

First Line Leader - OCC

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:

601 County Rd.

Selma, AL

Riverdale Mill, located in Selma AL, is a complex, fully integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility with two machines, one producing Brite Top liner and one producing uncoated free sheet. In addition to the machines, the mill includes multiple process lines, including wood handling, pulping and OCC, power and recovery, sheeting operations and effluent treatment. The OCC Front Line Leader leads OCC hourly team members supporting one of Riverdale Mill's operating areas, and works in partnership with the area OCC FLL's to ensure the reliable operation of the area equipment. This position reports to the Area Process Manager (APM).

The Job You Will Perform:
  • Lead and direct the OCC crew in a goal-oriented environment to deliver results in the areas of safety, engagement, and reliability excellence.
  • Manage team compliance with company and mill policies, procedures, and other requirements.
  • Approve pay and vacation scheduling for the team, and complete other administrative tasks consistent with the requirements of the labor agreement and mill/company policy.
  • Conduct 1:1s with employees to provide and receive guidance and development feedback.
  • Identify individual and organizational training needs and implement training plans (hard and soft skills).
  • Coordinate with operations to prioritize and schedule maintenance activities.
  • Coordinate with area OCC FLL's to jointly resource tasks and solve problems across maintenance disciplines.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and support identification and implementation of solutions.
  • Serve as contractor coordinator for vendor or contractor resources when necessary.
  • Serve as a key member of the MWS team, fulfilling positional responsibilities within the MWS process.
  • Improve existing or implement new work systems as necessary to ensure the sustainability of progress/positive results.
  • Serve on a weekend duty team for the OCC department.


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 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; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

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