Job DescriptionSpecialty operations hub at Stevens Point is looking for driven, detailed-orientated talent to assist in the management of paper machine line operations providing personal ownership for various improvement areas. Will leverage technical expertise to troubleshoot, improve asset performance, and develop others in a team environment.ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:· Observe employee and equipment performance daily with emphasis on elimination of unsafe acts and hazards· Ensure high standards of housekeeping and effective environmental control practices· Monitor equipment uptime and performance working closely with support areas to plan equipment repairs and developing preventative maintenance and reliability programs· Develop systems, standard operating procedures, set points, and programs to optimize safety, quality, and production while building consistency between crews and leveraging best practices· Scrutinize paper quality to ensure product meets customers' needs and assist in proper disposition of product· Improve operations by identifying and leading problem solving and project implementation efforts utilizing appropriate methodologies· Investigate, recommend, and implement new equipment and procedures to ensure world-class performance· Effectively work with suppliers and service groups to support and improve operations· Manage wet end chemistry programs to optimize quality, production, and cost· Support new grade development and optimizationMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:· Bachelor's degree in paper science or engineering plus at least seven years production/process engineering and supervisory experience in paper manufacturing operations· Possess ambulatory capabilities to move freely about the mill, ascend and descend ladders, and tolerate temperature extremes· Ability and willingness to work beyond normal Mon-Fri schedule as necessary to fulfill position responsibilities, being on-call as needed and providing weekend, holiday, and evening coverage on a rotating basisREQUIRED COMPETENCIES:· Ability to work in a team environment· Strong communication skills both written and oral clearly communicating procedures, trials, and process changes· Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills· Advanced skills in Aspen Process Explorer, Excel w/Aspen Add-In, and Minitab· Intermediate to advanced skills in web inspection systems, on-line scanner monitoring, break detection systemsBottom Line Requirements:1. Bachelor's degree in paper science or engineering.2. 7 years of production/process engineering and supervisory experience in paper manufacturing operations.Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.