Job Description

Description :Where you will work:
The Cypress Bend facility is in the historic Mississippi River Delta and produces bleached paperboard and bleached Kraft pulp, used in the production of folding cartons, commercial print paperboard, carded packaging, and cupstock. This facility boasts over 300 talented employees and stretches across 730 acres. Clearwater Paper employees are proud to manufacture a high-quality product for an essential industry.Cypress Bend is a rural community with close access to the Mississippi River. This is a wonderful location for those who love the outdoors and offers plenty of activities including fishing, hiking, camping, and biking. The Cypress Bend area also offers several opportunities for social and civic involvement including the McGehee Hospital, McGehee Boys & Girls Club, Food Pantry, Chamber of Commerce, Arkansas City Food Pantry, Paws and Claws Humane Society, and the Polite Foundation. Cypress Bend emphasizes exposure to the arts including the WWII Japanese Internment Museum, Desha County Museum, and SEArk Concert Association. Cypress Bend is in close proximity to McGehee, Monticello, and Drew Central public schools as well as UAM McGehee College of Technology and WAM Crossett College of Technology.What you will do:Drafting/Design Work

• Assist with file management for drawings and equipment, estimating, designing, preparing technical drawings, and developing prototypes.
• Test materials, devices, and products.
• Converts engineers and technicians rough product sketches into working documents using CAD.
• Perform basic design work equipment layouts, piping systems, and pipe supports; sizing conduit; selecting wire and starter sizes.

Field Support

• Provide field support during the design and construction phases of projects
• Manage simple projects with supervision.
• Administer contracts with supervision--work with vendors and construction companies to ensure contract specs are adhered to, safety qualifications and training requirements are met, deadlines established and met, and costs are controlled.
• Assists with purchasing required equipment and developing implementation plans.
• Gather field information--equipment location and shooting levels, dimensions, equipment operation data, thickness measures. Depending on location, may include vibration readings and other related work, etc.
• Prepared workorders for review, input in CMMS system as required; complete follow-up as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining files and related project documentation in adherence with record retention guidelines.

Project Management

• Assist with the preparation of bid specs (scope of work, bill of materials, drawings, list of drawings, etc.)
• Assist with completing estimates for assigned projects for capital budget and may be responsible for completing estimates and preparing AFCEs (Authorization for Capital Expenditure) on less complex projects.
• Maintain standards by reviewing engineering drawings and supporting documentation; make update recommendations as needed for review.
• Take appropriate action to resolve details not completely defined.

Training & Development

• Develop knowledge base in TPM/lean concepts, with the learned ability to participate in problem solving activities to drive continuous improvement in area of responsibility.
• Develop knowledge of CMMS system, with the learned ability to identify deficiencies and create work orders.
• Assist in the development of standards and procedures to perform various functions on systems and review work of engineers, vendors and contractors for compliance with and adherence to standards and safety expectations.

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Sets high standards of performance, assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks achieving a high level of quality, productivity and service.
• Places a high priority on the internal or external customers perspective when making decisions and taking action to service the customer while fulfilling the needs of the organization.
• Develops adaptable communication skills to various audiences within the organization (written and verbal) to communicate program requirements, concerns, and recommendations to others.
• Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major change in work responsibilities or environment (e.g., people, process, structure, or culture). Collaborate with others to make the change successful.
• Continuous Improvement mindset: originating action to improve conditions and processes by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions; continual learner.
• Identifies barriers that impact customer service and retention; communicates concerns and recommendations to others.

What you will need:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of related experience required or 2 years of college in a related technical field.
• Demonstrated experience with JDEdwards or similar SAP-based CMMS systems, strongly desired.
• Have full working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and to have working knowledge of design symbols and drawing standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to express ideas and opportunities to superiors, peers, suppliers, and contractors.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks/assignments, detail, and results orientation.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Must be able to multi-task with continual interruptions.
• Must be self-motivated, energetic, and work with minimal supervision.
• High speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete and uneven surfaces.
• Personal Protective Equipment required in mill environment.
• Dirt, noise, odor, and temperature extremes.
• Climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolding.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals used in manufacturing process.
• Occasional shift work during shutdowns or other critical times.

Total Rewards Detail:
Were committed to providing an exceptional workplace experience, including a comprehensive total reward package. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience among other factors. Benefits are generally available after 30 days and include medical, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and 401k plan. Paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays.Clearwater Paper does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and will not require Manchester Industries\' sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

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