Paper Mill Operations & Troubleshooting Leader

American Eagle Paper Mills; Tyrone (Blair County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

American Eagle Paper Mills seeks a Lead Master Paper-Maker to supervise daily tasks, monitor run conditions, and coordinate maintenance and troubleshooting of paper machines.

You will lead process development and optimization, plan shutdowns, coordinate trials with quality, and communicate with vendors to improve chemical and mechanical performance. The role requires strong leadership and hands-on problem-solving in a fast-paced mill environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Paper Science, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years in pulp and paper or heavy manufacturing.
• Experience with papermaking processes, wet-end chemistry, refining, and machine room equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily task completion and monitor run condition and maintenance needs.
• Troubleshoot issues with paper machines and coordinate with vendors.
• Plan shutdowns and coordinate trials with quality.
• Develop process improvements and optimization ideas.
• Supervise and coach operators.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Paper Science or related field

Tools

CMMS/Work Order Systems

Excel

Process control systems

Job description

American Eagle Paper Mills seeks a Lead Master Paper-Maker to supervise daily tasks, monitor run conditions, and coordinate maintenance and troubleshooting of paper machines.

You will lead process development and optimization, plan shutdowns, coordinate trials with quality, and communicate with vendors to improve chemical and mechanical performance. The role requires strong leadership and hands-on problem-solving in a fast-paced mill environment.