Mill Supervisor at Kruger Inc.

At Kruger Products we have a shared vision for greatness. We manufacture some of North America’s most popular tissue brands - Cashmere, Purex, Scotties, SpongeTowels, Bonterra, White Cloud, as well as products for use away from home.

We are leaders in our industry, leaders in our communities, and leaders in sustainability. Our headquarters is in Mississauga, ON, and we proudly have nearly 3,000 employees across North America, including 10 manufacturing plants in Quebec, British Columbia, Ontario, and Tennessee.

Kruger Products is investing in our manufacturing facilities with the latest technology. As an industry leader in this space, we are pushing innovation through Operational Excellence and the integration of digital & automation solutions. We also continue to invest in ways to further our commitment to a culture of health and safety - for everyone, by everyone, and in everything we do.

The Mill Supervisor acts as the primary level of supervision on the operation floor and is responsible for overseeing the quality of the product and the safety of the team. This position collaborates with a wide variety of departments, oversees hourly operations team, and requires excellent employee relation skills.

What you can expect…

• Ensuring ongoing safety of the mill and its personnel in accordance with safety guidelines

• Safety incident investigation and critical incident response

• Mill Supervisor leads the emergency response team in critical incident and acts as incident commander

• Monitor environmental compliance, and collaborating with the environmental team on shift when it comes to non-compliance events and environmental incidents

• Supervise hourly operations team throughout their shifts, approving overtime, and call-ins, etc.

• Provide overall leadership to the hourly operations team, providing coaching and guidance as needed

• Supervise the production process, inspect QA results, review target speeds, handle any breakdowns and troubleshooting as issues occur

• Initiate escalation process in the event of significant downtime

• Collaborate with Human Resources and Managers with regards to employee relation, performance management, and disciplinary measures

• Build and maintain key relationships with departments across the mill and ensure efficient communications

• Complete general record keeping such as shift reports, and any incident reports as required

What We Expect

• High school or College diploma with experience in industrial environment
• Experience in a Pulp and Paper mill is an asset
• Hazardous Material Emergency Response Awareness certification is required
• Management or strong leadership experience is considered an asset
• Strong sense of time management and quality control
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to make informed decisions in critical situations
• Proficiency with various computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite

What's In It For You

At Kruger Products, we see greatness in everyone and what they bring to the organization. We monitor the market to ensure our total compensation practices are competitive. The starting range for this role is $78,000-$104,000 or higher, depending on your experience. Our pay philosophy is to attract the best talent at the best pay while offering real opportunities for career advancement. Performance and ideas that make us better are recognized.

Compensation is more than just salary. Here’s what else we offer:

• Customizable benefits programs to fit your lifestyle

• $150 annual Personal Wellness credit

• Performance-based bonus program

• Employee and Family Assistance program

• Vacation eligibility recognizing previous years of experience

• Prepare for your future with a defined contribution retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement and assistance to help further your growth

Our mission is to make everyday life more comfortable. Together we bring this mission to life. As an ever-evolving business, there are always exciting new challenges, diverse career paths, and opportunities to innovate. Be part of a recognized employer – Greater Toronto Top Employer since 2013, Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies since 2018, and Forbes Best Employers in Canada.

Join Kruger Products and Expect to do Something Great.

Kruger Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under KP’s Accessibility Policy and Multi-Year Accessibility Plan - 1.04.33. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Kruger Products. Only selected candidates will be invited to an interview.

A job at Kruger means :

Competitive Compensation

Stimulating Work Environment

Wide Range of Benefits

Numerous Growth Opportunities