Recovery and Evaporators Assistant Superintendent
Clearwater Paper Corporation, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
Recovery and Evaporators Assistant Superintendent
Job Category:
Manufacturing
Requisition Number:
RECOV002665
Posted : January 12, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Salary Range : $108,500 USD to $163,000 USD
Locations Showing 1 location
Augusta houses Clearwater Paper’s largest paperboard facility and is home to more than 600 team members. Together, our team makes paperboard used in products across the United States, including food packaging, plates, cups and more. With nearly 65 years of operation, the mill spans 3,000 acres and runs two paper machines that collectively produce up to 1,940 tons per day.
Augusta is known worldwide for hosting The Masters golf tournament, but the city offers so much more. Located on the Savannah River on Georgia's eastern border, Augusta blends outdoor recreation with a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Explore the river walk, hike at the nearby wetlands, or the numerous downtown museums and restaurants.
Families benefit from strong public schools and nearby universities, including Augusta University—home to Georgia’s only dental school and a nationally recognized medical college—plus technical colleges offering career‑focused programs.
What you will do
The Recovery and Evaporators Assistant Superintendent will proactively coordinate and lead the manufacturing operations in the Recovery boiler and Evaporator areas to ensure the achievement of department objectives for Safety, Quality, Production, etc. The successful candidate will act as a technical resource for the operations team, and lead project and process improvement efforts in the paper mill.
Operations
Sets objectives and goals cascaded and aligned to the site Integrated Business Plan (IBP)
Coaches the business unit in the right behaviors
Ensures the business unit works to standards (Safety, Quality, …)
Develops the required standards
Coaches and facilitates losses elimination by using problem solving tools
Assures the problems are solved (root cause) and tasks are implemented in a sustainable way
Accountable for the business unit operational budget
Supports the behavioral safety program and ensures that safe work practices are followed
Defines and executes improvement projects and Approval For Capital Expenditure (AFCE) needs to support midterm plans
Owns the Daily Operating Revenue (DOR)/Weekly Operating Revenue (WOR)
Ensures effective communication and results review through the meeting sequence (Shift Hand Off [SHO], DOR, WOR)
Leadership
Mentor shift supervisors to ensure quality leadership of hourly personnel
Provide leadership coverage during the Superintendent’s absence
Conduct investigations of safety incidents with shift supervisors and hourly personnel
Develop team in areas of production, safety, quality and overall plant efficiency. · Ensure employee compliance with schedules, policies, and procedures
Assist in developing and implementing job‑specific training program, Qual‑card and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Participate in grievance process (where applicable)
Creates an environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking, and cohesive teamwork
Communication of Site IBP and cascading objectives and priorities into the business unit
Responsible for performance management process (DRIVE performance and coaching 1:1)
Coaches and develop team members and individuals to assure a sustained leadership pipeline
Responsible for the motivation and morale of the business unit to achieve the expected goals
Collaborates with other areas internal and external to the site
Quality
Maintain and improve quality standards for all products produced
Lead quality initiatives and support change to ensure satisfied downstream customers
Systematically evaluates business opportunities, targeting those with the greatest potential for producing positive business results
Identifies more critical and less critical activities and assignments; adjusts priorities when appropriate
Allocates appropriate amounts of time for completing own and others' work; avoids scheduling conflicts; develops timelines and milestones
Actively seeks and allocates appropriate decision‑making authority or task responsibility to appropriate individuals based on their abilities, availability, motivation, and development needs; considers potential positive and negative impact, business unit priorities, organizational values, and the opportunity to enhance others’ knowledge and skills
What you will need
High school diploma or GED required
Engineering degree or Pulp and Paper science degree preferred
Minimum of three (3) years in an operations leadership role in a Paper or Consumer Packaged Goods processing facility
Strong coaching and mentoring skills with experience in leading change
Excellent communication skills, comfortable presenting up to senior level audiences
Advanced systems aptitude and excellent computer skills, including Windows‑based Excel
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with ability to learn production related programs
Self‑directed and energetic, able to lead and motivate others
Knowledge of industry, machinery, equipment, and processes
Able to work in a high‑speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high‑frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete surfaces, heat, and cold and mill environments
Able to wear and abide by Personal Protective Equipment that is required in the mill environment
Able to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding
Could be exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the manufacturing process
Rotating On‑Call Weekend Duty
We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate’s job‑related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at Talent.Acquisition@clearwaterpaper.com.
Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment‑based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
This role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Manufacturing
Requisition Number:
RECOV002665
Posted : January 12, 2026
Full-Time
On-site
Salary Range : $108,500 USD to $163,000 USD
Locations Showing 1 location
Augusta houses Clearwater Paper’s largest paperboard facility and is home to more than 600 team members. Together, our team makes paperboard used in products across the United States, including food packaging, plates, cups and more. With nearly 65 years of operation, the mill spans 3,000 acres and runs two paper machines that collectively produce up to 1,940 tons per day.
Augusta is known worldwide for hosting The Masters golf tournament, but the city offers so much more. Located on the Savannah River on Georgia's eastern border, Augusta blends outdoor recreation with a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Explore the river walk, hike at the nearby wetlands, or the numerous downtown museums and restaurants.
Families benefit from strong public schools and nearby universities, including Augusta University—home to Georgia’s only dental school and a nationally recognized medical college—plus technical colleges offering career‑focused programs.
What you will do
The Recovery and Evaporators Assistant Superintendent will proactively coordinate and lead the manufacturing operations in the Recovery boiler and Evaporator areas to ensure the achievement of department objectives for Safety, Quality, Production, etc. The successful candidate will act as a technical resource for the operations team, and lead project and process improvement efforts in the paper mill.
Operations
Sets objectives and goals cascaded and aligned to the site Integrated Business Plan (IBP)
Coaches the business unit in the right behaviors
Ensures the business unit works to standards (Safety, Quality, …)
Develops the required standards
Coaches and facilitates losses elimination by using problem solving tools
Assures the problems are solved (root cause) and tasks are implemented in a sustainable way
Accountable for the business unit operational budget
Supports the behavioral safety program and ensures that safe work practices are followed
Defines and executes improvement projects and Approval For Capital Expenditure (AFCE) needs to support midterm plans
Owns the Daily Operating Revenue (DOR)/Weekly Operating Revenue (WOR)
Ensures effective communication and results review through the meeting sequence (Shift Hand Off [SHO], DOR, WOR)
Leadership
Mentor shift supervisors to ensure quality leadership of hourly personnel
Provide leadership coverage during the Superintendent’s absence
Conduct investigations of safety incidents with shift supervisors and hourly personnel
Develop team in areas of production, safety, quality and overall plant efficiency. · Ensure employee compliance with schedules, policies, and procedures
Assist in developing and implementing job‑specific training program, Qual‑card and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)
Participate in grievance process (where applicable)
Creates an environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking, and cohesive teamwork
Communication of Site IBP and cascading objectives and priorities into the business unit
Responsible for performance management process (DRIVE performance and coaching 1:1)
Coaches and develop team members and individuals to assure a sustained leadership pipeline
Responsible for the motivation and morale of the business unit to achieve the expected goals
Collaborates with other areas internal and external to the site
Quality
Maintain and improve quality standards for all products produced
Lead quality initiatives and support change to ensure satisfied downstream customers
Systematically evaluates business opportunities, targeting those with the greatest potential for producing positive business results
Identifies more critical and less critical activities and assignments; adjusts priorities when appropriate
Allocates appropriate amounts of time for completing own and others' work; avoids scheduling conflicts; develops timelines and milestones
Actively seeks and allocates appropriate decision‑making authority or task responsibility to appropriate individuals based on their abilities, availability, motivation, and development needs; considers potential positive and negative impact, business unit priorities, organizational values, and the opportunity to enhance others’ knowledge and skills
What you will need
High school diploma or GED required
Engineering degree or Pulp and Paper science degree preferred
Minimum of three (3) years in an operations leadership role in a Paper or Consumer Packaged Goods processing facility
Strong coaching and mentoring skills with experience in leading change
Excellent communication skills, comfortable presenting up to senior level audiences
Advanced systems aptitude and excellent computer skills, including Windows‑based Excel
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with ability to learn production related programs
Self‑directed and energetic, able to lead and motivate others
Knowledge of industry, machinery, equipment, and processes
Able to work in a high‑speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high‑frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete surfaces, heat, and cold and mill environments
Able to wear and abide by Personal Protective Equipment that is required in the mill environment
Able to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding
Could be exposed to hazardous chemicals used in the manufacturing process
Rotating On‑Call Weekend Duty
We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate’s job‑related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at Talent.Acquisition@clearwaterpaper.com.
Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment‑based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
This role will be open for a minimum of 2 weeks or at the point a successful candidate is selected.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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