Bleach Lurgi Utility

Clearwater Paper Corporation; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Paper Lewiston mill is seeking an entry to mid-level operator to assist in daily production tasks and monitor equipment across the Chip Bleach Plant and Lurgi areas.

You will perform rounds, collect samples, and support start-up/shutdown, with a strong emphasis on safety and environmental stewardship. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and prior manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of continuous work experience in manufacturing or production environment.
• Industrial, manufacturing, mill, or plant experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators in daily tasks in the Chip Bleach Plant and Lurgi areas.
• Perform rounds, inspections, and equipment monitoring.
• Monitor gauges, temperatures, pressures, and report abnormalities.
• Collect process samples and support testing and quality checks.
• Support start-up, shutdown, and cleaning activities.
• Learn process control systems and operating procedures.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Independence

Decision making

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lewiston
803 Mill Rd
Lewiston, ID 83501, USA

Where you will work

The Lewiston mill is the largest of Clearwater Paper’s facilities, producing paperboard and boasting over 700 talented employees. Approximately two hours away from Clearwater Paper’s headquarters in Spokane, Washington, the Lewiston paper mill is a key component in Clearwater Paper’s business strategy.

Located on the border of Idaho and Washington, Lewiston provides a host of opportunities for those who love the outdoors including fishing, boating, camping, and skiing. There are several social and civic opportunities to participate in including Boys & Girls Club, Twin County United Way, Lewis Clark Partners Habitat for Humanity, and more. Clearwater Paper values involvement with the community and the partnerships created as a result.

Lewiston is in close proximity to the University of Idaho, Washington State University, and Lewis-Clark State College, as well as several strong K-12 school districts.

What you will do

• Assist operators in the Chip Bleach Plant and Lurgi areas with daily operational tasks.
• Perform routine rounds, inspections, and equipment monitoring.
• Monitor gauges, levels, temperatures, pressures and flows and report abnormalities.
• Collect process samples and assist with testing and quality checks.
• Support start-up, shutdown, and cleaning activities.
• Learn process control systems and operating procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Clean spills and remove debris as needed.
• Assist with equipment washdowns and routine maintenance preparations.
• Help prepare equipment for maintenance work.
• Report mechanical issues, leaks, and equipment deficiencies.
• Move materials, chemicals, tools, and supplies as required.
• Assist with chemical unloading, storage, and inventory activities following established procedures.
• Operate mobile equipment as trained and qualified.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, flexibility, and accountability.
• Ability to identify and address housekeeping and equipment issues proactively.

What you will need

To be successful in this position, we are looking for candidates with the following:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• 2+ years of continuous work experience in a manufacturing or production-type environment (required).
• Previous industrial, manufacturing, mill, or plant experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience operating mobile equipment.
• Learn required technical skills to operate equipment and programs.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
• Frequently walk, climb stairs, ladders, and elevated structures.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Work in hot, cold, wet, dusty, and noisy industrial environments.
• Work around chemicals, steam systems, pumps, tanks, conveyors, and rotating equipment.
• Able to wear respiratory protection and other required PPE.
• Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift including nights, weekends, and Holidays. Able to work overtime as needed.
  • Example of a rotating shift
    Day 1: 5:00am – 5:00pm
    Day 2: 5:00am – 5:00pm
    Day 3: 5:00pm – 5:00am
    Day 4: 5:00pm – 5:00am
    4 days off

In order to be considered for this opportunity, applicants will be required to first complete a pre-employment assessment. The invitation for this assessment will be provided immediately after completing the application and via email. Assessments take approximately 35 minutes to complete. Please complete as soon as possible so as not to delay your consideration for this position. If you have any questions, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

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