Optimization & Measurement System Technician
J.D. Irving, Limited
Dixfield, Maine
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April 12, 2023
J.D. Irving, Limited
Dixfield, Maine
Optimization & Measurement System Technician
The optimization & measurement system tech is responsible for oversight of Process Control and Optimization systems. Utilizing his/her technical expertise the incumbent will assist Mill personnel with respect to maximizing process equipment efficiencies, leveraging, and servicing optimizing technology, Comact SLI & TBL, Lewis Ready Scan II, USNR Bioluma(s), MicroTec, Lucidyne, and SIcam System.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maximize product value and resource utilization through effective use and management of optimizers.
- Work with manufacturing operations personnel with the identification and implementation strategies to optimize process equipment.
- With the approval, perform necessary changes to achieve optimal process equipment efficiency.
- Provide instruction and assistance to manufacturing operations personnel on achieving and maintaining optimal operating conditions for process equipment.
- Stay current with sawmill process control innovations and treads and interface regularly with industry counterparts to ensure standards and best practices are adhered
- Ensure compliance with work specifications, regulatory and quality standards.
- Inspect and audit processes, equipment manufacturing processes, material, and product quality.
- Perform all administrative tasks (reports: production, maintenance, health and safety, performance, training, transfer of personnel, environment, etc.)
Key Qualifications:
- Advanced computer and data analytical skills (i.e. MS Word and Excel, drafting and trending analysis).
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team, to communicate with all levels of the organization and to adapt quickly to change.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- A self-motivated individual who will work towards Safety & Reliability Excellence.
- Good working knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment; engineering background is a plus.
- Ability to travel to attend training courses.
- Strong understanding of process improvement.
- Flexibility in scheduling.
- 2-5 Years relevant experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a combination of an Associate's degree in Technical Trades and related work experience.
What We Offer:
- This position offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package. The package consists of the following:- 401k with 5% company match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurances
- Reimbursement Accounts
- Annual Uniform Credit
- Paid Vacation, holiday, and sick time
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Discount Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent Scholarship Programs
- Relocation Reimbursement
- In-house professional certifications and training courses
- Production-based bonus programs
- Sign-On Bonus
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
Please apply online.
We appreciate your interest in our company! The initial review of applications will begin on the deadline date for applying. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
To learn more about our products and services, click here.
Irving Forest Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The optimization & measurement system tech is responsible for oversight of Process Control and Optimization systems. Utilizing his/her technical expertise the incumbent will assist Mill personnel with respect to maximizing process equipment efficiencies, leveraging, and servicing optimizing technology, Comact SLI & TBL, Lewis Ready Scan II, USNR Bioluma(s), MicroTec, Lucidyne, and SIcam System.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maximize product value and resource utilization through effective use and management of optimizers.
- Work with manufacturing operations personnel with the identification and implementation strategies to optimize process equipment.
- With the approval, perform necessary changes to achieve optimal process equipment efficiency.
- Provide instruction and assistance to manufacturing operations personnel on achieving and maintaining optimal operating conditions for process equipment.
- Stay current with sawmill process control innovations and treads and interface regularly with industry counterparts to ensure standards and best practices are adhered
- Ensure compliance with work specifications, regulatory and quality standards.
- Inspect and audit processes, equipment manufacturing processes, material, and product quality.
- Perform all administrative tasks (reports: production, maintenance, health and safety, performance, training, transfer of personnel, environment, etc.)
Key Qualifications:
- Advanced computer and data analytical skills (i.e. MS Word and Excel, drafting and trending analysis).
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team, to communicate with all levels of the organization and to adapt quickly to change.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- A self-motivated individual who will work towards Safety & Reliability Excellence.
- Good working knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment; engineering background is a plus.
- Ability to travel to attend training courses.
- Strong understanding of process improvement.
- Flexibility in scheduling.
- 2-5 Years relevant experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a combination of an Associate's degree in Technical Trades and related work experience.
What We Offer:
- This position offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package. The package consists of the following:- 401k with 5% company match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurances
- Reimbursement Accounts
- Annual Uniform Credit
- Paid Vacation, holiday, and sick time
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Discount Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent Scholarship Programs
- Relocation Reimbursement
- In-house professional certifications and training courses
- Production-based bonus programs
- Sign-On Bonus
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
Please apply online.
We appreciate your interest in our company! The initial review of applications will begin on the deadline date for applying. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
To learn more about our products and services, click here.
Irving Forest Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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