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Technical Assistant

Finished Products – OCC & Dry End Support

Springfield, OR

The Job You Will Perform:

This position reports to the Finished Products Business Unit Manager in Springfield, OR. The IP Springfield Mill is a 1,650+ ton per day containerboard mill.

Description: The Technical Assistant Superintendent is responsible for assisting the Finished Products Team with the leadership, coordination and technical expertise to support and optimize the day-to-day operations of the Finished Products Area. Focus areas for this TA will be the OCC Plant and the Dry End of the Paper Machine

Key Functions:

• Support Area Safety and Environmental Results
• Lead process problem solving and process optimization to improve OME and Machine Paper Machine Performance
• Support Mill’s Quality Manager by providing Product Quality Leadership and assist in Investigating Customer Issues and Claims and Machine Trails
• Support Mill’s Process Control Team to assure QCS and DCS controls are maintained and optimized
• Support the Area Team and Reliability Group in Reliability Investigations and Timely Completion of RCFA Action Items
• Support the Mill ME Group to identify and implement Cost Reduction Projects
• Participate in the development and execution of capital projects
• Assist Area Managers and FLLs in Operator Training and Certification

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Technical education consisting of BS or higher in chemical or mechanical engineering, pulp and paper technology, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of operational experience in pulp and paper.
• Active participation in safety, labor relations, problem solving and other committee/team activities.
• Hands-on experience in education/training, maintenance planning and scheduling with high degree of computer skills.
• Direct involvement with customer service related to product and service. Green/yellow Belt Certification desirable.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

• Paid time off including vacation and holidays
• Retirement and 401k matching program
• Medical and Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good stewart of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Enjoy:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, and North Africa, and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting International Paper.com.

International Paper 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. International Paper 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 reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
Springfield OR 97478