Sofidel America, a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, is one of the world's leading manufacturers of tissue paper for households and away from home use. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, operational excellence, and providing a safe, collaborative environment where employees can grow and succeed.
We are seeking a Converting Asset Leader to oversee and optimize the performance of assigned converting assets. This position is responsible for driving excellence in safety, environmental compliance, quality, productivity, cost management, and continuous improvement while leading a team of process engineers and technicians.
Key Responsibilities:
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies, leading behavioral safety initiatives, and investigating incidents.
• Ensure compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Drive product quality by supporting audits, implementing corrective actions, and partnering with cross functional teams on product improvements.
• Establish and achieve production objectives while driving efficiency, reducing losses, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead Daily Operating Reviews (DOR) and Weekly Operating Reviews (WOR) to monitor performance and drive operational improvements.
• Manage departmental budgets and optimize the utilization of labor, materials, and equipment.
• Lead, develop, and mentor process engineers, technicians, and other technical personnel through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Foster a collaborative work environment that promotes communication, accountability, teamwork, and employee engagement.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Provide leadership coverage in the Converting Production Manager absence.
• Utilize data analysis and problem-solving methodologies to improve manufacturing performance and asset reliability.
Requirements:
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with high-speed production equipment.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, heat, dust, and chemicals while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and perform physical activities required in a manufacturing environment.
Why Join Sofidel America?
• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the 31st day of employment.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, personal time, sick time, and floating holidays.
• Career development and advancement opportunities within a global manufacturing organization.
• A collaborative culture focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
The Sofidel Group, headquartered in Porcari (Lucca, Italy), is one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and household use worldwide. Established in 1966, the Group is active in 13 countries, 12 in Europe and the United States (12 States following the Royal Paper’s assets acquisition), with approximately 9,500 employees and a production capacity of 1,913,000 metric tons per year (following the Royal Paper’s assets acquisition). In 2024, the Group had Net Sales of 3.225 billion Euros. “Regina”, its most well-known brand, is present on almost all the reference markets. Other brands include: Sopalin, Le Trèfle, Hakle, Softis, Nalys, Cosynel, KittenSoft, Nicky and Papernet. Sofidel is committed to reaching Net-Zero carbon emissions by the end of 2050.
