Shift Manager

Port Hawkesbury Paper is currently seeking an individual for the position of Shift Manager. Reporting to the Paper Machine Manager, this position is responsible for the efficient management of Mill Operations (Paper Machine 2, Thermal Mechanical Pulp, Woodroom, Woodyard, Effluent, Clay and Warehouse) on a 12-hour shift schedule. The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education and progressive experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or related industrial unionized environment, with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience in a supervisory role. Additional consideration will be given to candidates with experience in the paper industry.

Responsibilities:

• Monday to Friday day shifts, majority of time spent in the Paper Machine Department
• Night shifts and weekends, responsible for the entire mill and assist with management of power dispatching communications with NSPI
• Interact with the Maintenance, Shipping, Scheduling, and other departments, as well as suppliers and consultants as required
• Ensure activities are optimized for safety and environmental compliance, quality, efficiency, and cost control
• Support all safety and training programs
• Lead the Mill Emergency Response Team

Skill/Competency Requirements:

• Ability to promote a safe work culture and leverage experience to drive H&S performance
• Capability to effectively manage employees – leadership and coaching skills are essential
• Strong verbal, written communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving skills
• High energy
• Solid decision-making ability
• Ambitious, motivated and determined – driven to exceed targets and expectations
• Demonstrate excellent computer skills
• Initiative to thrive in a fast paced and dynamic work environment

Qualified applicants should email their resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com. All applications must be received no later than August 18, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. Selected applicants will proceed through an assessment and interview process.

Port Hawkesbury Paper is a forward-looking natural resources company committed to operating at the highest safety standard while caring for the environment and empowering our people to deliver top-quality products & customer service. We see integrity at the core of every relationship and a key principle as we strive for excellence in all we do in an everchanging world. As a relatively small non-hierarchical organization, we deliver big results with no red tape. We are a leader in Thermal Mechanical Pulp and Supercalendered paper production in North America. Port Hawkesbury Paper’s approach to business and environmental sustainability creates an economic cornerstone for eastern Nova Scotia.

At Port Hawkesbury Paper, diversity means understanding, recognizing, and valuing the differences that make each person unique. We see inclusion as an essential part of our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive advantage. We strive for a fair and equitable recruitment process, where hiring decisions are based on the qualifications and experience of each applicant.

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