Operations Maintenance Coordinator - Utilities

Operations Maintenance Coordinator (OMC) - Utilities Columbus, MS Pay Rate $112,000 – 135,000 Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Category/Shift Salaried Full-Time This position is located at the Columbus, MS Global Cellulose Fibers mill. As one of the largest softwood pulp producers in the world, this location produces bleached softwood pulp for use in paper and specialty products such as absorbent personal care products, pharmaceuticals and photographic-based papers. About The Role The Operations Maintenance Coordinator (OMC) is part of the Utilities leadership team, and reports directly to the Utilities Business Unit Manager. The OMC provides leadership and support to the Business Unit Manager, Area Process Managers, Maintenance Manager, Front Line Leaders, Production Coordinators and operating crews to ensure continuity and efficiency of the operations and facilitate sound business decisions for the process areas. The Business Unit consists of salaried managers and hourly employees. The OMC is the link between department production and maintenance units. They interact with mill operations, maintenance, and management personnel on a day-to-day basis while performing their duties. The Utilities Business Unit equipment consists of a Multi effect Black Liquor Evaporator, Black Liquor Recovery Boiler, Causticizing Plant, Lime Kiln, Multifuel Bark Boiler, Three Steam Turbine Generators, Two Influent Water Plants (Surface and Well Water), Demineralization Water plant, Five Water Chillers, Three Air Compressors and other auxiliaries associated with Steam and Power plant. Key Accountabilities Manufacturing Work Systems (MWS) Lead the Utilities MWS team and drive effective, efficient maintenance execution for the departmentFacilitate all Manufacturing Work System (MWS) meetings – daily, planning meetings, weekly scheduling, outage planningOwn MWS metrics for the area, deliver Pacesetter quality performance or betterManage SAP-PM notification review, approval, prioritization, and schedulingFacilitate activities necessary to execute the maintenance daily schedule (e.g., lockouts, hot work permits, confined space permits, etc.) while considering the area’s maintenance budgetSupport the maintenance planners in detailed planning for daily, weekly and shutdown processSupport the maintenance planners in managing spending and checkbooks for the area.Work directly with Area Process Managers and Maintenance Manager to review and manage work backlogsTranslate RCFA corrective actions into scheduled workAct as gatekeeper for all break-in workSet expectations for precision maintenance – Mechanical (MPM) and Instrumentation Electrical (IEPM) Outages Organize and provide support for routine and annual outage plan development and executionCoordinate area’s field outages and annual outagesDevelop field day and annual outage bar chart schedulesResponsibilities as the Lockout Coordinator Basic Care Be an area advocate for Operator Basic Care (OBC) to improve area reliability.Modify and update basic care rounds Audit and track completion of basic care roundsOwn basic care audits In Addition, The Utilities OMC Will Do The Following Provide visible and active leadership in delivering excellent safety resultsComplete safety audits to ensure internal and external resources are complying with safe work practices and permitting requirementsClearly communicate with maintenance and production team membersSupport the Utilities department as APM relief and weekend duty coverageLeadership, including team member engagement, diversity, employee development in a non-union environment.Utilize the MOC processUnderstand and have working knowledge of the Orange Book requirements with regards to prioritizing maintenance work on routine and annual outagesUnderstand and promote Manufacturing Excellence (ME) tools and processes; participate in and lead ME improvement initiatives in the departmentProvide support for capital project development and implementationProvide support for budgeting cycle targeted at delivering year over year savingsFacilitate the implementation of new procedures and controls required by the change in facility or corporate policies and proceduresSupport 5S programs About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering preferred5-10 years' experience working in manufacturingProven track record of driving and instilling safety as a core value Strong communication skills Strong organizational skillsProven ability to analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams Key Competencies Required Include Action Oriented, Timely Decision Making, Decision Quality, Organization, Perseverance, Priority Setting, Problem Solving, Drive for Results, Time Management, Customer Focus, Influencing Others, Process / Change Management, Integrity & Trust, Interpersonal Savvy, Listening, Peer Relationships, Dealing with Ambiguity, Functional/Technical Skills, Learning on the Fly, Self-Development, Technical Learning About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF) Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com. Why GCF Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture. We’ve Got You Covered At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including: Medical, Dental, Life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Short-term and Long-term Disability 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions Paid Time Off Physical Location of Position: Columbus Cellulose Fibers Mill 4335 Carson Road Columbus, MS 39701 Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact accommodations@gcfibers.com or (833) 753-3242.