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Technical Assistant - Pulpmill

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International Paper

Bogalusa, LA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/20/2026

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Job Description

Position Title:
Technical Assistant -
Pulpmill Pay Rate :
PL 13 Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.
Category/Shift :
Salaried Full-Time Physical Location :
401 Avenue U Bogalusa, LA 70427
The Job You Will Perform:
The Technical Assistant is responsible for assisting the Area Process Manager with the leadership, coordination and technical expertise to support and optimize the day-to-day operations of the Pulpmill area. This position reports to the Pulpmill Area Process Manager.
Key Functions:
Support Area Safety and Environmental Results Lead process problem solving and process optimization to improve quality and variability Support Mill's Process Control Team to assure DCS controls and IEPM loops are maintained and optimized Support the Area Team and Reliability Group in Reliability Investigations and Timely Completion of RCFA Action Items Support the Area Team in Basic Care activities and improvements Support Area Team 5S/Lean Manufacturing Efforts Support the Mill ME Group to identify and implement Cost Reduction Projects Participate in the development and execution of capital projects Assist Area Manager and Area Learning Leader in Operator Training and Certification Assist with down day and annual outage planning and execution Actively participate on the department management team, including a weekend call responsibility on a rotating basis Actively participate in Best Practice team activities
The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:
Technical education consisting of BS or higher in chemical or mechanical engineering, pulp and paper technology, or equivalent experience. Minimum of five (5) years of operational experience in pulp and paper Demonstrated and successful ability to lead and continuously improve team performance in order to work injury-free, provide quality products, and achieve world class productivity in support of a high-performance work system Effective written, verbal, and listening skills with proven ability to provide positive and improvement feedback, coaching opportunities, and take corrective measures as appropriate Strong computer skills Interpersonal and conflict management skills Problem solving and analytical skills Must have a high level of integrity, energy, and leadership ability to develop and lead others Excellent skills in organizing, planning, priority setting, and time management, with proven ability to adapt to sudden changes in the work environment