At Port Hawkesbury Paper, our mission is to continually exceed our customers’ expectations through a commitment to responsive, personalized service along with reliable and competitive products in the printing and publication paper market.  The people behind the paper make the difference.

Responsibilities:
The shift manager is responsible for the efficient management of Mill Operations (Woodroom, Effluent, Clay/Kraft, TMP, PM2 and Warehouse) on a 12-hour shift basis. This role involves interfacing with Maintenance, Engineering, Finance, Shipping, Scheduling and other support groups as well as networking with suppliers, consultants and others as required. The Manager must ensure activities are optimized for efficiency, quality, cost and that safety and environmental requirements are being met at all times. Leadership and coaching in the area of employee development. Provide input into budget and capital planning. Lead role participant on the Mill Emergency Response Team.

The Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have postsecondary education and progressive experience in a 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.

Please contact us if you meet the qualifications above and have:

Ability to effectively manage employees
Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, and creative problem solving skills.
Solid decision-making skills
Leadership talent
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

Compensation: Port Hawkesbury Paper offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, and a challenging and rewarding work environment.

Qualified candidates should email their resume and cover letter to HR@porthawkesburypaper.com or fax to (902) 625-0376.   Please quote competition number SM069-CB when applying.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.  Selected candidates will proceed through an assessment and interview process.

All applications must be received no later than June 16, 2015.

PHP is committed to employment equity and our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is represented at all job levels.  We welcome applicants from Aboriginal People, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations of positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or resume.

For more information about Port Hawkesbury Paper LP, please visit www.porthawkesburypaper.com