Technical Operations Manager

• Assists in the management of the Pulp Mill using a combination of daily review with production, maintenance and front-line management as well as spending time on the floor where the incumbent will lead and guide direct reports.
• Actively participates in weekly business reviews, capital/project reviews, safety, staff meetings and budget reviews.
• Manages select salaried employees through goals setting, performance management, onboarding, training and recruitment efforts.
• Actively supports and promotes safe work practices throughout the mill by being present at safety activities and personally encouraging safe behaviors. Lead hazard analyses, incident investigations and correct action implementation.
• Ensures processes and systems are in place for positive labor relations, community relations, training and development, and health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Is responsible for overall mill operations during certain weekends on a rotation basis.
• Ensures processes and systems are in place to take full advantage of effective inventory control.
• Ensure proper processes and systems are available to provide for sufficient quality and quantity of roundwood, chips and bark for the operations at a competitive price.
• Advises and/or recommends on issues pertaining to production, organizational issues, process changes, and process improvements (identifying opportunities, designing improvements, coordinating implementation).
• Act as company liaison between Twin Rivers and government agencies, environmental outreach and other external partners.
• Lead hazard mapping exercises with cross functional teams to improve the overall reliability of the operations.
• Assists with annual outage planning and execution.
• Backfills for mill manager during vacancies.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or related discipline required).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a pulp and paper mill or similar heavy industrial environment (preferred) with roles of increasing responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience in process engineering, operations support, or technical services.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with proven ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities with the capability to work cross-functionally.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and safety standards within manufacturing or industrial sectors.

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