Senior Process Control Manager – Paper Mill

Port Townsend Paper Company

Port Townsend, Northern (WA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 157,000 - 244,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

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Long-term disability insurance

Vacation time

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Employee assistance program

Job summary

Port Townsend Paper Company in Port Townsend, WA seeks a Process Control Manager to lead the Process Control department, set priorities, and drive reliable, safe mill operations. You will oversee DCS/PLC systems, define architecture, standards, and long-term technology plans for process controls.

The role requires strong leadership, 5+ years in process control within heavy industry, and familiarity with ABB/Valmet/Rockwell platforms.

Qualifications

Five years of progressive work in process control, automation, engineering, or a related technical field within a paper mill or heavy industrial environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, Control, Automation, or related Engineering field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work history.
Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and provide direction, coaching, or supervision to technical personnel.
Strong knowledge of process control principles, industrial automation, and control system architecture.
Proficiency with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), data acquisition systems, process information systems, and industrial control networks.
Familiarity with ABB 800xA, Bailey Infi90, Valmet DNA, DeltaV, Rockwell RSLogix, MicroLogix, or similar control platforms.
Knowledge of Paper Machine Quality Control Systems (QCS), process optimization, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or other process improvement methodologies is preferred.
Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity and OT network architecture is preferred.
Strong communication, leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

Lead and provide direction for the Process Control department, establishing priorities, standards, and strategies that support safe, reliable, efficient, and profitable mill operations.
Develop and maintain the overall process control strategy and standards for the mill, including control system architecture, programming standards, system reliability, and long-term technology planning.
Lead, coach, and develop Process Control personnel, including assigning work, establishing priorities, providing technical guidance, and supporting employee development.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, IT/OT, and other departments to identify process control opportunities and develop solutions that improve safety, reliability, quality, efficiency, and profitability.
Ensure the reliability, security, and performance of the mill’s Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), data acquisition systems, process information systems, and process control network.
Establish and maintain standards for the design, programming, installation, modification, documentation, and maintenance of process control systems.
Provide technical leadership and oversight for major capital projects, process improvements, system upgrades, and re-instrumentation projects involving process control systems.
Serve as project manager or technical lead for assigned projects and ensure projects are completed within established scope, cost, schedule, and performance expectations.
Develop and manage the Process Control department budget, including capital and operating expenditures, and make recommendations regarding equipment, software, services, and technology investments.
Evaluate emerging process control technologies and make recommendations regarding upgrades, replacements, and improvements to support the mill’s long-term operational needs.
Provide technical expertise and direction in the development, programming, troubleshooting, and optimization of DCS and PLC control strategies and sequences.
Oversee troubleshooting and resolution of complex control system issues and provide support to Operations and Maintenance during critical process or equipment issues.
Ensure appropriate documentation, system backups, change management, and standards are maintained for process control systems.
Partner with production and process technology teams to analyze mill processes and implement control strategies that improve process stability, product quality, energy efficiency, and overall operating performance.
Ensure compliance with applicable company standards, safety requirements, cybersecurity practices, and regulatory requirements related to process control and operational technology systems.
Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and technology providers to support department needs and project execution.
Promote continuous improvement through the use of data analysis, process optimization, and proven reliability and problem-solving practices.