Pulp Mill Control Room Operator / Operating Technician

Sylvamo•Eastover, SC

7d•$60,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sylvamo is seeking technically minded individuals to join the Fibers Pulp Mill Team at the Eastover Mill in Eastover, South Carolina, as Operating Technicians. The role involves safely operating and troubleshooting complex systems that transform wood chips into bleached pulp for paper production. Operators control digesters, pulp washing and bleaching, chemical processes, material handling systems, and distributed control system (DCS) controls. Operating Technicians monitor and operate the bleached Fiberline from the field and control room, analyze process data, respond to changing operating conditions, and troubleshoot equipment and process issues. They work closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams, participate in emergency response activities, and contribute to a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement. The position offers structured training and hands-on experience. A fully certified Fibers Operating Technician develops knowledge and skills comparable to a college-level technical education, including expertise in pressure vessel operations, reactors and chemical generators, material handling and chip screening, vacuum filter operation, process controls and automation, environmental compliance, and emergency response.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Be eligible to work in the United States.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Be willing and able to work rotating shift schedules.
Be willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Be willing and able to work in industrial environments that may include heat, dust, noise, chemicals, heavy equipment, and elevated work areas.
Successfully complete required drug screening programs.
Become a member of the Mill Emergency Response Brigade.
Demonstrate an interest in solving complex technical problems, responding effectively to challenging situations, taking ownership of equipment and processes, teamwork, accountability, safety, and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

Experience in digester or bleach plant operations.
Experience in control room operations.
Experience in chemical processing.
Experience in industrial manufacturing.
Experience with process controls or DCS systems.
Experience in emergency response.
Experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
Experience with reliability, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S initiatives.

Responsibilities

Safely monitor and operate a complex bleached Fiberline from the field and control room.
Operate systems and equipment involved in digesting, pulp washing and bleaching, chemical processing, and material handling.
Analyze process data and respond to changing operating conditions.
Troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams.
Participate in emergency response activities.
Contribute to a High-Performance Team culture built on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Starting annual earnings in the mid-$60,000 range.
Opportunity to progress into the mid-$80,000 range during the first year based on qualification progression.
Experienced candidates may qualify for advanced starting pay.
Operating Technicians commonly exceed $100,000 annually during their careers, with many reaching $130,000 or more through progression and overtime opportunities.
Annual incentive plan.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Company-paid life insurance.
Disability income protection.
401(k) savings plan with matching company contributions.
Paid holidays and vacation.
Retiree savings benefits.
Paid time off.
Health and wellness programs for employees and their families.