Process Control Lead - Converting

About the role

The Wauna Mill, a producer of household products like Brawny®, Angel Soft®, Sparkle®, and Quilted Northern®, seeks a Converting Process Control Lead. The ideal candidate will lead process control teams, develop talent, and collaborate across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for converting control systems and leadership of the Process Control Team
• Develop the capability of individual members of the team
• Build partnerships with mill personnel to identify opportunities and solve problems
• Lead the development, planning, and execution of controls strategy for simultaneous projects and support activities
• Accountable for execution of controls projects and initiatives, including system design, testing, component specification, documentation management, vendor/contractor management, equipment procurement, installation and start-up support
• Provide process control support for controls optimization, reliability and quality improvement initiatives, cost reduction efforts, capital projects, and safety initiatives
• Prioritize resources toward mill strategies and opportunities with highest value

Requirements

• Experience with process control systems, including industry-standard PLCs
• Demonstrated experience and success leading process control staff in a manufacturing environment
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

Skills

• Experience in the Pulp and Paper industry
• Experience with Texas Instrument, Giddings & Lewis, or Siemens PLCs
• Experience with control system network topology (i.e. Ethernet, ControlNet, and firewalls)
• Experience in designing, supporting, and troubleshooting control systems

Benefits

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Pay

Compensation range is determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Schedule

The Wauna Mill is located in a picturesque and uncrowded setting, providing numerous opportunities for both outdoor recreation and city living. Portland, Oregon, is only an hour’s drive away with access to fine food, entertainment centers, and many other major urban centers. The Pacific Ocean can be reached in under thirty minutes. Many outdoor activities near the mill include fishing, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and boating. And for the adventurer, Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Hood, and Mt. Rainier provide climbing opportunities and are home to several world-class ski resorts.