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Pulp Mill Control Room Operator / Operating Technician
Eastover Mill | Sylvamo
Build a Career at the World’s Paper Company
Sylvamo is looking for technically minded individuals to build a career as Operating Technicians on our Fibers Pulp Mill Team at the Eastover Mill in Eastover, South Carolina.
Our Operating Technicians safely operate and troubleshoot the 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 DCS controls.
If you enjoy learning processes and solving problems, working with complex equipment, and taking ownership of safe and reliable operations, we want to hear from you. Experience in pulp and paper, chemical processing, manufacturing, mechanical or electrical systems, or other technical fields can provide a strong foundation for success.
Why Join Sylvamo?
Competitive Pay & Career Growth
- 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 through progression and overtime opportunities
Outstanding Benefits
- Annual incentive plan
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Disability income protection
- 401(k) savings plan
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Retiree savings benefits
Technical Development
A fully certified Fibers Operating Technician gains knowledge and skills comparable to a college-level technical education through structured training and hands-on experience.
You will continuously develop expertise in:
- Pressure vessel operations
- Reactors and chemical generators
- Material handling and chip screening
- Vacuum filter operation
- Process controls and automation
- Environmental compliance
- Emergency response
What You'll Do
As a Fibers Operating Technician, you will:
- Monitor and operate a complex, bleached Fiberline from both the field and control room
- 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
What We're Looking For
The best candidates are those who:
- Enjoy solving complex technical problems
- Respond calmly and effectively during challenging situations
- Take ownership of critical equipment and processes
- Want to build a long-term career rather than just work a job
- Value teamwork, accountability, and safety
- Have the drive to continuously learn and develop new skills
We are especially interested in candidates who thrive in challenging environments and take pride in mastering complex systems.
Minimum Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Eligible to work in the United States
- High school diploma or GED
Must be willing and able to:
- Work rotating shift schedules
- Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Digester or Bleach Plant Operations
- Control room operations
- Chemical processing
- Industrial manufacturing
- Process controls or DCS systems
- Emergency response
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
- Reliability, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S initiatives
Join Our Team
At Sylvamo’s Eastover Mill, our Fibers team is the core of mill operations. Every day, our operators make critical decisions that impact safety, reliability, environmental performance, and production success. If you're looking for a challenging, rewarding career with exceptional growth potential, we encourage you to apply.
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Sylvamo 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.
Salary : $60 - $130