Operations Lead (Paper Machine 3)

New Westminster, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

$80,000–$110,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Lead the Paper Machine 3 operational team and oversee safety, compliance, reliability, production, quality, and costs. Develop team capability and drive long-term operational improvements, including equipment, process, and capital initiatives.

Job details

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. Reporting to the Paper Mill Manager, the Operations Lead (PM3) is responsible for one of our Paper Machines, including safety, compliance, productivity, and cost. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership throughout the mill to drive improvements on the Paper Machine and to create real long-term value for the mill and for Kruger Products. What You Can Expect… Lead the operational group consisting of hourly team members on the Paper Machine. Provide leadership through effective utilization Lean Manufacturing and World Class Leadership. Lead the drive for improvement in all areas of Operations Excellence including compliance, environmental health and safety, reliability, production, costs, quality, and capital projects. Drive improvement in safety behaviors, systems and results to reduce risk resulting in an injury free machine, department and facility. Lead the machine and department to achieve and maintain compliance with Mill and Kruger Products Safety Compliance Standards. Drive reliability improvements on Paper Machines to improve safety, quality, productivity, and operating costs on the machine. Learn and apply the Reliability elements to drive results. Lead and develop team members to improve capability and performance. Utilize performance reviews to drive improvements. Lead the development, prioritization, and implementation of a long-term improvement strategy (people, processes, equipment and capital) for Paper Machines. Provide on-call support for equipment, safety, and performance-related issues, ensuring timely resolution and escalation as needed. What We Expect… Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical etc.), Pulp & Paper Science or related field Minimum of 5 years leadership in a manufacturing environment, preferably tissue paper manufacturing experience. Experience managing a group of Unionized employees is an asset. Interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively coach, teach, and manage people. Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal). Excellent troubleshooting skills (technical and other). Proficient computer skills (including MS Office). The ability to demonstrate fundamental economic skills and thinking. Demonstrated operational results showing year-over-year improvement. Must have work experience showing leadership capabilities to move the organization. Planning, organizational, time management, and prioritization skills. Demonstrated technical tissue paper making knowledge and skills ideal. 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 $80,000 - $110,000 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 $300 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, pulp and paper science, or a related field, plus at least five years of leadership experience in manufacturing. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, coaching, troubleshooting, planning, and technical skills; tissue manufacturing and unionized workforce experience are assets.