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Operations Team Leader

J.D. Irving


Job Location:

Saint John - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Irving Tissue is seeking a dedicated and adaptable Operations Team Leaderto join our team in Saint John NB. This role offers a unique blend of frontline leadership hands-on operations and strategic involvement.



Responsibilities
  • Lead a crew of 12 operators on two tissue machines.
  • Promote and enforce safety housekeeping production and quality standards.
  • Facilitate daily troubleshooting and problem-solving with operating teams.
  • Manage crew performance and support employee development.
  • Work a rotating schedule that includes both day and night shifts.
  • Participate in strategic initiatives


Qualifications
  • A Bachelors degree or a completed 2-year (minimum) post-secondary program in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 35 years of experience in pulp & paper or other industrial environments.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
  • A desire to lead and develop people.
  • Commitment to growing your leadership and technical capabilities.
  • Excellent communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.



Required Experience:

Manager


About Company

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Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With ... View more

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