Operations Assistant PM#12

Duties

• Optimize paper mill production, and reduce machine variance
• Manage and optimize chemical pump flows and Manufacturing Intelligence (Mi) link
• Setup and utilize the tools of Mi, Historian and Quality Control Systems to achieve maximum efficiency on the paper machines
• Trend and work to minimize paper machine setup times
• Work to resolve papermaking problems, formulate and configure immediate and long term solutions
• Be a technical resource to operations and provide technical training
• Profile trending and optimization
• Work with an array of vendors and sources to maintain awareness of newest applicable products and applications as they pertain to mill operations
• Assist with the optimization of the paper machine winders and re-winders including trim set and roll structure
• Develop programs and work with vendors to optimize wet end chemistry and machine fabrics
• Provide technical assistance and counsel to the Mill Manager regarding daily operations
• Develop grade optimization run on all machines to obtain best machine efficiency

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of exposure/experience with paper making processes
• General knowledge of maintenance technologies
• Current knowledge and abilities in the use and application of computer systems and the willingness to obtain further training as necessary
• Ability to motivate subordinates and communicate effectively
• Demonstrated willingness to be proactive when exploring new solutions and problem solving

Qualifications

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 depending on experience