Technical Manager

TEEMA; Meadow Lake; On-site; CAD 167,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking a Technical Manager in Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan. The ideal candidate will direct customer service efforts and maintain compliance with quality standards. They will possess over 10 years of manufacturing experience, including management, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering. Responsibilities include optimizing processes, data analysis, and regulatory compliance. Competitive salary range of $120,000 to $150,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience in management.
• Knowledge of kraft pulp, TMP, and/or BCTMP.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of customer service and quality specifications.
• Ensure process runs efficiently and at optimal levels.
• Establish reporting network with regulatory agencies.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PEng)

Job description

Job Title: Technical Manager

Job ID: 77712

Location: Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan

Responsibilities:

• Direct all aspects of customer service including customer quality specifications, customer information, complaint response, etc.
• Quality control– maintain high quality standards for the produced pulp. Will be instrumental in grade development.
• Process Optimization—ensure process is running efficiently and at optimal levels.
• Process Engineering–assistance in the development and implementation of operational strategy and/or capital improvements.
• Implement measures to improve energy efficiency.
• Cost Management–monitor and control operational costs. Direct efforts of engineers and technologists in areas of operating cost, quality control, and process optimization.
• Data Analysis and reporting– collect and analyze data to track KPIs.
• Establish and maintain appropriate mill-wide environmental programs.
• Regulatory compliance—establish and maintain a reporting network with all appropriate regulatory agencies. Meet all regulatory requirements for testing and reporting information as defined in permits and legislation. Obtain necessary permits required to operate the mill.
• Overall maintenance of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 programs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant disciplines.
• MUST be a PEng.
• 10+ years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years experience in management.
• Kraft pulp, TMP, and/or BCTMP knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of product cycle, material acquisition and sales.
• Excellent project management and budget management skills.
• Strong problem solving to maintain/increase productivity levels to meet agreed targets.
• Leadership capabilities with good interpersonal and communication skills.

Salary / Rate Range: $120,000 – $150,000

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com