Area Process Manager

Position Title: 

Area Process Manager – Utilities

Pay Rate:

$101,000- $134,600

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. PL may vary. 

Category/Shift:

Salaried

Physical Location:

1785 Weyerhaeuser Road

Vanceboro, NC 28586

The Job You Will Perform:

This position reports to the Utilities Business Unit Manager (BUM) and is a mid-level management position at the New Bern Cellulose Fibers Mill. The position is responsible for the safe, responsible, environmentally sound, and reliable operation of an area of Power and Recovery Business Unit.

• Work as a key team member of the Business Unit to together deliver and exceed expected Business Unit results today, and help build a stronger and more resilient Power and Recovery Business Unit for the future.
• Responsible for a safe work environment and demonstrates safety leadership in all aspects of the manufacturing operation. Activities include, but are not limited to leading safety meetings, conducting observations, coaching and correcting unsafe behaviors and conditions, and the implementation of all policies and procedures.
• Working through the Shift Team Leaders and the operating crews.
• Directly oversee the operation of all processes and equipment in a manner that ensures and delivers compliance to all applicable environmental permits and regulations.
• Be directly involved with the maintenance and capital work of the key areas of operation assigned.
• Ensure that the Mill and Corporate safety policies are complied with, including compliance with all Power and Recovery Technology policy manuals.
• Develop and implement management systems to maintain the safe and reliable operation of the Business Unit within established parameters. For example –center-lining, log sheet review, checklists, Operator Basic Care, continuous improvement, etc.
• Ensure that all necessary Lockout Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and TCC’s (Trouble, Cause, Correction procedures) are developed, updated, and readily available as appropriate.
• Active involvement with Department Learning Leader for all training related activities in areas of responsibility including operator certifications, required refresher training, and training on new processes and/or equipment.
• Participate in the Business Unit Manufacturing Work Systems team, working with the team to ensure that the Reliability Elements are integrated into short term and long term execution plans.
• Work with the Operations Maintenance Coordinator to efficiently and effectively schedule and execute safe and responsible maintenance outages.
• Manage the budget for areas for which you are responsible.
• Coordinate Business Unit activities with Area Process Managers from other Business Units within the mill to maximize mill business results.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Preferred B.S. degree in Engineering and a minimum of 5 years managing Power and Recovery processes (Kraft Recovery Boiler, Power Boilers, Steam Header management and distribution, Turbine/Generator, Water Treatment, Filter Plant, Demineralizers, Evaporators, Concentrators, High Solids Concentrators, Precipitators, Lime Kiln and Recausticizing, Soap and Tall Oil systems, Effluent Treatment, …); manufacturing setting preferred.
• Strong computer and data analysis skills. Knowledge of Process Book/PI, Parcview, Proficy, Excel, Minitab, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project, SAP is valued.
• Leadership skills.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

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. 

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF):

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our high-quality, superior grade pulps form the basis for diverse applications, ranging from personal care items to specialty materials. We create components for diapers, tissues and feminine care products, as well as sustainable materials for the textile and construction industry. In 2024, IP announced a strategic review of options for the GCF business in keeping with its strategy of focusing on sustainable packaging solutions, which will allow GCF to fully unlock its capabilities to deliver enhanced service and product performance to its customers.

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 reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.