Process/Production Engineer

Potsdam, New York

Autofill and Review

30+ days ago

Job Description

Twin Rivers Paper Company, headquartered in Madawaska, Maine, is an integrated specialty paper manufacturer producing 400,000 tons of paper per year for the packaging, publishing, label, and technical sectors. With 100 years of papermaking history, the company operates a pulp mill in New Brunswick, and diverse paper assets in northern Maine and upstate New York that produce uncoated and coated white papers in a broad range of basis weights and finishes.

Customized product development and dedicated technical services support are company hallmarks. With a sound financial structure and a strong balance sheet that fuels continuous investments in its assets, Twin Rivers Paper offers its customers the security of local product availability through a strong, domestically-owned manufacturer and the assurance of long-term viability.

Operational Leadership

Assist the Mill Manager in overseeing daily mill operations to ensure safe, efficient production.
Coordinate production priorities and shift activities to meet production and customer requirements.
Monitor paper machine performance, troubleshoot process issues, and implement corrective actions.
Assist in planning production schedules, machine trials, and grade changes.
Serve as a point of contact for operations during off-hours or call-ins as needed.

Process Optimization & Technical Support

Analyze operational data and production trends to improve machine efficiency and reduce variability.
Assist with optimization of papermaking variables including wet end chemistry, machine settings, chemical usage
Work with vendors and internal teams to evaluate new technologies and improve processes.
Support grade development trials and process improvement initiatives.

Workforce Coordination

Provide guidance and support to hourly operators and shift supervisors.
Assist with workforce scheduling, overtime coordination, and operational staffing needs.
Support training initiatives for production employees related to safety, quality, and operations.
Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Promote and enforce a safe work environment and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
Participate in incident investigations and support corrective action implementation.
Ensure adherence to quality systems, GMP requirements, and food safety policies.
Support environmental compliance including wastewater discharge monitoring and reporting.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

Identify opportunities for cost savings, waste reduction, and productivity improvements.
Support capital projects, machine upgrades, and equipment improvements.
Participate in root cause analysis and reliability initiatives.

Administrative & Communication

Assist with reporting of production metrics, downtime analysis, and operational KPIs.
Communicate operational issues and performance updates to leadership.
Participate in manufacturing meetings and operational planning discussions.

SALARY RANGE: $58,785 - $84,311 - Depending on Experience

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in Paper Science/Engineering, Chemistry or related field
1 year of experience in paper manufacturing or industrial process operations
Understanding of papermaking processes and machine operations
Experience with papermaking chemistry, machine clothing, and process controls
Experience with production data systems or process monitoring tools

COMPETENCIES:

Ability to troubleshoot operational and process issues
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to respond to operational call-ins when necessary

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee must be able to:

Travel and overtime may be required based on project and operational needs.
Bend, climb stairs, and access all areas of equipment, including elevated and confined spaces.
Operate and inspect machinery safely and effectively.
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently.
Communicate clearly in both written and verbal forms.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Potsdam, New York
Website	https://www.twinriverspaper.com/about-us/overview

Skills

Balance Sheetunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Capital Projectunmatched
Chemistryunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Cost Controlunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
Environmental Complianceunmatched
Food Safetyunmatched
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Kronos Workforce Schedulerunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Machining Operationsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
Metricsunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Operational Auditunmatched
Operational Communicationsunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Operations Planningunmatched
Operations Processesunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Plan Meetingsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Control Engineeringunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Product Developmentunmatched
Production Machiningunmatched
Production Scheduleunmatched
Production Systemsunmatched
Productivity Managementunmatched
Quality System Requirements (QSR)unmatched
Root Cause Analysisunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Staff Requirementsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Supportunmatched
Telephone Skillsunmatched
Trend Analysisunmatched
White Papersunmatched

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