Kraft Mill Coordinator; Escanaba, MI

Summary Description

This position will help lead and assist in the operation and maintenance of the mill’s Kraft pulping process, assuring sufficient quantity and quality to satisfy the pulping requirements. The role also provides safety, quality, technical, and operational support for the operation of the kraft pulping system, including leadership and guidance to team members.

• Plan, direct and maintain efficient manufacturing operation of the Kraft Mill pulping process meeting safety, production and quality requirements.
• Provide leadership in safety and environmental excellence.
• Implement and help lead Fiberline and Kraft Mill area improvements.
• Coordinate production within current constraints.
• Provide technical expertise in daily operations.
• Uncover and lead initiatives to address increasing input costs (wood, chemicals, and energy).
• Participate in capital projects planning and budgeting.
• Coordinate continuous improvement activities for the area.
• Review quality and cost of production.
• Coordinate priorities for repair work and schedule shutdowns to optimize maintenance repairs.
• Maintain thorough understanding of unit operations, process equipment and technology.
• Have in-depth knowledge of plant operations, maintenance spending constraints, production commitments, costs, margins, capital projects, small projects and turnarounds.
• Give encouragement, guidance, and direction to others to improve performance.
• Listen generously and practice open advocacy.
• Reach conclusions using relevant information and data to determine best course of action within business requirements.
• Interact effectively with all personnel levels, both union and management.
• Utilize lean manufacturing statistical tools.
• Use standard Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, Proficy, PI, G3
  
  PTM, etc.
• Keep abreast of new technology in the competitive environment.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned by the KM Area Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in pulp & paper science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of pulp, power, or chemical recovery manufacturing experience.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical problem‑solving skills; background in statistical analysis is a plus.
• Proven experience with leadership behaviors: leading and advocating change, drive for results, communication, managerial courage, building effective team, and managing through systems.
• Ability to make high‑risk decisions under pressure (e.g., production stoppages or safety‑related work).

• Impactful work – meaningful sustainability initiatives.
• Career growth – access to development programs and internal advancement opportunities.
• Education support – tuition reimbursement and certificate programs through partner schools.
• Competitive compensation – performance‑based bonus eligibility (role dependent).
• Comprehensive benefits: multiple medical plans with virtual care options, generous 401(k) offerings, HSA contribution match and additional preventive exam contribution, dental & vision coverage, company‑paid disability insurance, prescription benefits.

Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.