Fiberline Subject Matter Expert (SME)

About the role

The Fiberline Subject Matter Expert (SME) is an internal consultant who uses expertise and leadership to deliver improvements within the manufacturing system on a wide range of assignments. Key responsibilities include practicing safety leadership, troubleshooting, leading deliberate improvement projects, managing capital projects, conducting equipment and process studies, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver improvement within the manufacturing system on a wide range of assignments.
• Work with minimum guidance and supervision to independently manage change and projects of any size.
• Transfer knowledge and skills to mill personnel to build on-site capability.
• Independently manage and communicate very complicated analysis to wide audiences.
• Drive the organization to world-class levels in their area of expertise and beyond.
• Support numerous projects and lead projects at a limited level within a facility.
• Contribute to, and deliver improving safety results, with a specific emphasis in the area of expertise.
• Lead cost savings improvement teams; evaluate operational data, cost reduction project identification, Due Diligence reviews (as required), facility productivity/capacity expansion evaluations and develop business case justification through high-level capital and cost savings estimates.
• Develop and review major scope items and develop FEL 1 & FEL 2 capital cost estimates.
• Lead new process development for fiber lines with established supplier contacts regarding latest designs and process modifications.
• Lead general facility assessments such as replacement cost analysis, tax basis evaluations and general Manufacturing Excellence (ME) reviews of facilities or business units.
• Provide support/consultation to other technology teams with wide range of process knowledge backed by relevant/extensive mill level problem solving experiences.
• Interact with Project Managers (Mill or Corporate), suppliers and Regional Engineering Consultants to guide major capital investments.
• Provide preliminary engineering calculations as needed (Basic Engineering) to frame up the key project process scope with input from Manufacturing SME’s and Suppliers.
• Install support of major capital projects as required.
• Establish best practices and area related policy.
• Contribute to incident communication through alerts and advisories, participate in policy review and development.

Requirements

The applicant will possess at least 15 years of experience in operations and service within the area of expertise. The applicant will be capable of supporting extensive domestic and international travel requirements, and providing process technical support on a business priority basis. The applicant will possess at least a bachelor’s engineering degree. The candidate should have experience in the pulp manufacturing system from chip bins, digesters, brown stock washing, O2 delignification, and bleaching. A general knowledge of refining, screening and caustic plant/kiln operations is required. SME should have an understanding of how the liquor cycle interacts with the fiberline.

Skills and Knowledge

• Leadership / Managerial Interpersonal Savvy – Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the company, across the wide range cultures and languages within IP operations.
• Learning on the Fly & Problem Solving – Continuous self-development of technical skills as the situation dictates.
• Presentation & Communication Skills – Strong verbal and written skills in rapid communication of issue resolution and new opportunity development.
• Functional / Technical – Capable of leading safety results, technical knowledge of the area as it relates to proper operations, and leading cost savings improvement teams.
• Technical Knowledge – General knowledge of refining, screening and caustic plant/kiln operations, understanding of the liquor cycle, and experience with chip bins, digesters, brown stock washing, O2 delignification, and bleaching.

Benefits

The applicant will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. The career path includes leadership training, promotional opportunities, and the chance to make a positive impact on the environment and the community.

Pay

The PL of this role may vary (PL 17, 18 or 19) according to candidate skillset and experience. The exact pay range is determined by Individual experience, skills and abilities.

Schedule

The position is physically and personally demanding, requiring travel of 40-60%. Short-term, high priority projects may require intermittently high work hours.