Production Manager, Utilities (5470)

Ahlstrom-Munksjö•Mosinee, WI

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The candidate will be responsible for all operations of the Recovery department. They will manage various aspects of safety and operations to meet and exceed established goals and objectives. Direct operations with a focus on safety, environmental compliance, productivity, cost effectiveness of operations, and improved equipment reliability. Assist in creating alignment with the pulp, recovery, and utilities areas as well as with all other manufacturing operations and other functions within the facilities' overall value chain. Work closely with all internal customers to ensure business objectives are met. Actively engage and empower the workforce in the Recovery area to build a greater level of ownership

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical or Pulp/Paper science engineering, or equivalent level of experience
Extensive operations experience at multiple levels in a manufacturing organization with a minimum of 5 years in manufacturing.
Extensive knowledge in Utilities and pulping processes.
Demonstrated competence in priority setting based on organizational needs and strong ability to manage multiple projects.
Must follow Ahlstrom's manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures, and policies, as applicable, to the position's areas of responsibility, to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide safety leadership for all departmental employees, work with area personnel to develop and communicate safety expectations, and establish a culture of safety accountability.
Manage overall day-to-day operations of 1 Recovery Boiler, Evaporator/Concentrator area, 2 Power Boilers, 1 Package Boiler, 2 Steam Turbines, 2 Air Compressors, 3 Hydro Turbines.
Ensure 100% environmental compliance.
Align Recovery area operations with pulp mill to ensure both operations function smoothly and manage process flow in an orderly and efficient manner.
Plan and coordinate all maintenance efforts and reliability programs for Recovery, Power Boilers, Steam Turbine, Hydro Plant, and Air Compressors, and provide project management and oversight for annual maintenance outages.
Work closely with maintenance to develop, implement, and maintain process reliability initiatives and enhance operator-based equipment monitoring and basic care functions.
Ensure all area personnel are properly trained in process operations and required drills to manage upset or emergency conditions.
Provide leadership to area personnel in continuous improvement with a focus on improving operational performance.
Manage overall cost of operations with a focus on reducing cost without negative impact to efficiency, employee safety, or environmental compliance.
Manage usage of auxiliary fuels in Recovery and Power Boiler operations with a focus on minimizing costs.
All other assignments assigned by management