Technical Assistant - Power

Position Title

Technical Assistant - Power

PL 12

Salaried Full-Time

401 Avenue U, Bogalusa, LA 70427

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 Powerhouse, to include power boilers, turbines, feedwater, compressed air, mill water & wastewater, and bark systems. This position reports to the Power Area Process Manager.

• Support Area Safety and Environmental Results
• Assist in 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 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
• Support the Utilities Department in day to day operations

• Technical education consisting of a BS or higher in chemical or mechanical engineering, pulp and paper technology or equivalent experience
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in pulp and paper
• Demonstrated Leadership Skills
• Operations experience in power generation and water treatment
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation and listening skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong technical knowledge related to the manufacturing process

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

International Paper 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. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasona or .