Area Manager - Recovery

About This Role

Lead chemical recovery operations at the Pine Bluff mill, managing recovery boilers, liquor systems, and recausticizing processes to ensure operational excellence, process safety, and system reliability. This role involves leading a team through modernization and supporting long-term transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all chemical recovery operations, including recovery boilers, evaporators, and causticizing systems
• Support the transition and planning for future investments
• Lead and develop a team of operators and technicians with a focus on safety, accountability, and modern leadership practices
• Identify process inefficiencies and drive improvements through coaching and innovation
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering on shutdowns, improvements, and reliability upgrades
• Coordinate with technical teams on liquor management and black liquor routing
• Monitor daily KPIs and provide critical operational updates during shift meetings
• Contribute to documentation and planning using SAP and ensure compliance with internal standards

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in recovery or chemical processing operations
• Experience with recovery boilers, black liquor, and causticizing systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams in industrial settings and foster a modern leadership approach
• Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in recovery or chemical processing operations, ideally in pulp & paper

Nice to Have

• Exposure to major recovery boiler rebuilds or new boiler implementation
• Experience in SAP and familiarity with performance and maintenance tracking tools
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on Manufacturing Excellence and cultural change

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits