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Rayonier Advanced Materials Maintenance Supervisor in Fernandina Beach, Florida
About RYAM
RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at https://ryamglobal.com
RYAM’s intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.
At RYAM, we’re shaping the future of talent. RYAM has a specific purpose…to be the world’s leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company’s mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.
How you’ll shape the future of Maintenance:
Direct the overall Maintenance program in the Utilities and Environmental areas, relating to the repair and/or replacement of existing equipment and installation of new equipment. Maintain a rigorous equipment condition monitoring system which includes a comprehensive predictive and preventative maintenance system.
Supervise safety and housekeeping of work performed by Utilities and Environmental Maintenance hourly employee team, holding weekly safety meetings, insuring employees perform work safely. Develop a personal safety action plan which includes having meaningful one-on-one safety discussions with each employee each month. Develop written safety expectations and review these with the team often. Encourage the reporting of near misses and follow up on corrective actions to prevent similar incidents.
Supervise, schedule, and direct the day-to-day activities of the Utilities and Environmental Maintenance team, ensuring that maintenance activities are planned and scheduled. Assist other maintenance leaders and operating supervisors in determining work priorities, and standards of work quality, as required, for continually improving facilities and equipment reliability. Counsel with employees to hear suggestions and complaints. Participate in grievance hearings.
Ensure condition monitoring systems in the Utilities and Environmental areas provide accurate and timely indications of potential failures and that corrective actions are taken before failures occur.
Continually review and update specifications for products and services provided as part of the mill maintenance services. Compare new products, services, and methods with existing offerings, to ensure the most effective and efficient use of maintenance resources available to the mill. Consult with Engineering to assure standardization. Interface with Stores supervisor to maintain adequate spare parts.
You’ll be someone who can bring:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or 10 years equivalent experience.
Five years experience in pulp or paper operations or equivalent.
Demonstrated leadership ability.
Thorough understanding of utility and environmental systems operations plus thorough understanding of mechanical systems.
Why you’ll love working for RYAM:
Challenging engineering projects that make an impact
Participation in on-going career skills training classes
Values base on integrity, accountability, quality, and people
Team based work environment based on respect
Future career opportunities
Competitive total rewards package including Educational Assistance
Good neighbors were we work and live
Committed to safety and sustainability
Stable company with over 80 years history
EOE/Vet/Disability
Come join the RYAM team! Our success is directly related to the success of our employees. We strive to create an environment where every employee has an opportunity for personal and professional growth. From skills training and leadership development programs to tuition assistance, we empower our employees to become highly-effective team members and advance their careers. We offer formal training for professional development and world-class manufacturing skills. RYAM also strives to create a positive work environment and a commitment to best-in-class safety performance.