Power Trader jobs in Bremerton, WA

The Position

Assists with Managing the needs of the Power and Recovery Department under the direction of the Power & Recovery Superintendent and Operations Manager, including the quality of operation, safety, environmental compliance & maintenance of equipment in the Power and Recovery area.

About Port Townsend Paper Corporation (PTPC)

The Port Townsend Paper (“PTPC”) mill has been in continuous operation for over 90 years. We operate on a continuous basis to produce OCC and kraft pulp which is used to manufacture linerboard, kraft paper, corrugating medium and market pulp. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership-style relationships.

The PTPC team is dedicated to creating an engaging and positive work environment and we strive to preserve the environment as well as be good neighbors and a valued member of the local community. Many of our employees have enjoyed working for the greater part of their careers; we have employees with 20, 25, 30, even 35 years of service.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintenance coordination.
• Process and equipment optimization.
• Scheduling.
• Training and discipline of employees.
• Responsible for work and vacation schedules.

Accountability and Authority

Equipment

• Recovery boiler.
• Power boiler (hog fuel).
• Package boiler.
• Steam turbine generators.
• Evaporators and concentrators.
• Feedwater system.
• Steam and condensate systems.
• Compressed air system.
• Primary and secondary effluent treatment.
• Electrical distribution.
• Mill water system.
• Fuel oil system.

Assists with:

• Budget Development & Administration.
• Action Plans for Goal achievement.
• Coordinating P&R Operations to meet mill demands.
• Environmental compliance.
• Power contract negotiations.
• Trouble shooting production problems.
• Power and Recovery contracts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of Microsoft office and 4 site is desired.
• Working knowledge of steam and electrical generation, chemical recovery, and wastewater treatment processes desired.

Required Education

• Degree in pulp and paper science or chemical engineering preferred, operating experience considered.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and the ability to lift up to 40lbs. Vision abilities required to perform this job include close vision.

Work Schedule, and Environment

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with overtime as needed.
• This job operates in a production office environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes and odors. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, etc.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• A comprehensive health care plan including prescription, vision care, life insurance, and dental plan.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning, and support services.
• Paid time off.
• Relocation assistance.

Port Townsend Paper Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.