Energy Manager

ND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales.  We are an environmentally-friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities, and our mill in Fairmont, West Virginia is one of only three in the world that produces air-dried, recycled pulp. Our fourth mill in Old Town, ME produces softwood kraft pulp. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually.

We are looking to hire top talent to join our dynamic team! ND Paper offers full benefits and a competitive compensation. We are currently seeking an experienced Energy Manager to join our team.

The Energy Manager will work under the direction of the Utilities Business Unit Manager. This is a full-time salaried position. The hours of the position will be Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM with additional hours as needed to support the operation of a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

Summary Description:

The Energy Manager at the Rumford Mill is primarily responsible for managing all energy related items for both the Rumford Mill and Old Town Mill.  The work of the Energy Manager includes budgeting and forecasting energy usage, monitoring energy source markets and developing purchase plans.  The Energy Manager works closely with departments to reduce energy usage.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.

• Retrieve and import weather data, CMP load data and CMP mill meter data daily.
• Monitor gas /electric / liquid fuel markets.
• Review Mill Energy metrics; steam / condensate return / Plant Electrical load / Condensing on a continuous basis
• Review and update mill usage and forecasting totals on a continuous basis.
• Provide control room guidance adjustments.
• Participate in energy reduction and efficiency improvement discussions.
• Create annual Energy budget.
• Work closely with operation and maintenance groups to reduce energy usage.
• Develop purchasing plans - Gas / Electrical
• Develop plans; including but not limited to Cogen Operation Plan / Load Plan / Load Management Plan / DR PRD Plan
• Initiate purchase requisitions.
• Will not be restrained by barriers or job descriptions – ability to help the entire team drive the facility toward continued success.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering with 10-15 years of experience in the pulp and paper or related industry OR the equivalent training and/or experience.
• Must be very flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities, both short and long term.

Skills Required:

• Proficient in Excel
• Previous knowledge of SAP preferred, Microsoft office, MS Outlook e-mail.
• Candidate must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, problem solving and decision-making skills.  Ability to handle multiple time sensitive projects and issues.
• The ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel, both hourly and management.
• Candidate must model ND Paper’s vision, values and achieve results through safe work practices, cross-functional participation, manufacturing excellence, integrity and respect for others.

Attributes for Success:

• Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand
• Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond
• Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture
• Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business
• Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve
• Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly.
• Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship.

No unsolicited resumes - ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Paper, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit.

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