Provide leadership, develop, and mentor process engineers, interns, and Co-op students
Support the Mill Operations Group Engineering Leaders program used to develop new engineers
Lead group problem solving activities, statistical data analysis activities, and facilitate the establishment of operational best practices
Assist in coordinating daily production operations focusing on optimization of safety, environmental stewardship, profit, and productivity
Lead trouble-shooting and problem-solving efforts through the facilitation of team meetings and on-the-floor leadership to effectively change systems and procedures through the process of continuous improvement
Provide leadership to maintain safe working conditions and good housekeeping practices
Analyze process data to develop optimum operating strategies
Provide leadership support to teams and motivate staff to achieve production goals
Identify and lead cost savings projects in all areas of the mill
Identify short and long-range needs, prioritize these needs, and develop a plan to meet these needs
Work on special projects, both engineering and those dealing with changes in the infrastructure of the mill organization
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Paper Science, Chemistry, or related field
3-5 years of experience in the paper industry
A high degree of paper machine operations knowledge and its supporting systems
Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects at one time
Possession of key competencies including conflict management, business negotiation, organization, analytical skills, and decision-making
Ability to delegate responsibilities and provide leadership and training to key personnel
Ability to work with other departments to achieve GBMDs visions and strategies by motivating, inspiring and gaining commitment for a course of action that achieves results
Understanding of how to manage all aspects of operations (safety, environmental, vendors, production, purchasing, etc)
Superior verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively deliver and reinforce consistent messages at all levels
Ability to communicate and educate others on complex process issues and statistical data
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel and Outlook) as well as experience with Microsoft Project preferred.
In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, prescription drug, STD, LTD and company matching 401(k).
