Steam Plant Supervisor

a specialty paper company making high-quality paper, pulp and lumber that produce packaging, label, publishing, technical and lumber products for niche markets and applications is looking for a Steam Plant Supervisor.

Generous Retirement
Medical + Dental Insurance
Paid Vacation
Life + Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Benefit

Reporting to the Engineering & Maintenance Manager, the Steam Plant Supervisor is responsible to:

• Actively support and promote safe work practices through the mill. Conduct monthly safety meetings and perform safety audits.
• Oversee work of operating staff and training of new employees.
• Inspect the entire plant, boiler rooms, auxiliary equipment, and related areas to ensure conditions are normal, operating within appropriate safety standards, and ensuring maximum efficiency.
• Review blueprints and coordinate with the Maintenance Manager for outside contractual maintenance and construction work.
• Plan and coordinate operational work distribution and budgetary requirements.
• Schedule and supervise the overhaul and cleaning of boilers, repairing of pumps, mechanical equipment, condensate return system, servicing of diesel and electrical motors and engines.
• Prepare various reports required by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning air quality, steam plant, etc. in coordination with Environmental Manager.
• Ensure all personnel are trained and comply with all appropriate protective and safety requirements in the performance of duties.
• Prepare justifications and requisitions for tools, equipment and supplies for the Steam Plant.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four (4) years of full-time experience in industrial operations, including supervisory experience in the above areas.
• Current State of Maine High Pressure Boiler Operator license to level of 1st or 2nd Class Engineer.