Responsibilities for this position include:

A roll-up your sleeves role that also allows the chosen candidate to contribute to the success of the organization and actively participate as a member of the site leadership team

Requirements:

This position requires at least (5) years practical experience in a health and safety role; manufacturing plant health and safety experience is a must.  Hands-on experience must include; incident investigations, delivering training, developing methods for assessing, tracking and minimizing risks, oversight of the PSM program, auditing for compliance to health and safety programs and continuous improvement efforts in all areas of  health and safety.

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 Responsibilities for this position include: Being the fundamental corporate mechanical engineer lead who can analyze problems from the perspective of first principals. This means he or she can apply formulas and math to estimate material strengths or to calculate the loss of flow of air in a duct. Problem solving is what this department does 70% of their time serving as internal consultants for their plants and facilities. You will lead the team when plants have a problem as they turn to corporate engineering to understand the issues and find a workable solution.  Travel will be to 30%.

Requirements: BS in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 15 years’ experience either in a corporate setting or an engineering consulting firm background might also be a fabulous fit.  Many details to share upon inquiry.

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Responsibilities for this position include:  Develop and execute the Specialty Bio-Products sales plan. Lead other district managers in the development and accomplishment of their district sales plans. Provide direct administrative management of specialty district managers and technicians including developing deliverables, performance reviews, and professional development. Develop local district sales plans including district analysis, target selection, and account management plans. Lead business development activities for paper forming and tissue (cationic LNA). Achieve sales goals through execution of the sales plan. Work with Director, Specialty Bio-Products to set pricing strategies and then take a lead role in negotiating price and contract terms with customers. Prepare and update sales forecasts and bridge analysis when there is variance of forecast to plan. Contribute to technology exchange within Company through reports, informal communications, and assisting projects in other districts. Protect customers’ confidential product and process information so that the Company’s reputation is positively maintained. Plan and hold annual sales meetings.

Requirements:  Bachelor’s Degree in Science (pulp and paper, textile technology, chemistry, chemical engineering) and/or Marketing along with ten years’ experience in technical services and/or sales.  Candidate should be very knowledgeable of principles and methods for showing, promoting and sell products, including marketing.

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Responsibilities for this position include: Primary responsibility is to achieve sales growth goals in new and existing products by identifying and adding new prospects to the sales pipeline.  Initial assignments will focus on the coating as the primary market segment and adhesive as the secondary market segment; identifying prospects, market needs and segmenting the entire latex emulsion market into opportunities where current Company technology fits and where further product development advances need to be made.  Help develop and implement marketing plans to meet business goals. Actively pursue new customers, working closely with the Application Development Specialists and the appropriate District Manager.

Conduct or coordinate sales calls and presentations. Will work to understand customer needs and issues. Develop and communicate a strong customer value proposition as a prerequisite to targeted selling activities. Manager to close on accounts to obtain commercial business. Proactively identify opportunities beyond the market plan as well as identify potential areas for R&D with product lines

 Requirements: BA/BS in business or market but a BS in chemistry, engineering, paper science, or other technical field would be preferred. 15 years’ experience in the adhesive or paper industry, with deep and significant experience in prospecting for new accounts and selling adhesive, coating or latex products. Strong skills for managing selling projects and closing. Ability to be a highly credible resource for customers and company personnel. Proven capability to achieve positive outcomes when faced with barriers.

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 Responsibilities for this position include: This Operations Manager will have 12 direct reports and 60+ indirect along with a 50MM operating budget and P&L responsibility. Provide leadership and strategic direction for the personnel as well as directing the activities of the support groups. Drive EH&S and PSM compliance and improvements. Develop and implement SOPs.

 Requirements: Requires a BS in Engineering, preferably Chemical or Mechanical. 10+ years of applicable management experience and engineering experience in a chemical plant environment. Excellent communication and presentation skills are a must.  

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Responsibilities for this position include: Leadership and technical direction in regards to hydroprocessing and upgrading of intermediate product oils which includes but is not limited to: Providing technical direction for the Demonstration and Pilot Plants. The development of engineering and operational data, design and guidelines. The identification of underlying chemistry and impacts on performance and product quality. Driving improvement in yields and life of catalysts and systems. Identification and resolution of  fuels regulatory and performance issues such as: ASTM, EPA and pipeline compliance for ground transportation fuels. Drive acceptance of fuels to equipment manufacturers and infrastructure systems. Identification and certification of potential alternative platforms (e.g., jet fuel). Driving Company’s strategy in support of commercial activities which includes: Ensuring expert support is available to sales and potential customers and/or partners. Providing technical support in establishment of product specifications for customers. Actively participating on critical customer implementation teams. Providing technical support in regards to the disposition and handling of products, additive testing and utilization and product waivers.

Requirements: Advanced Degree (MS or PhD) in Chemistry or Engineering preferred with a proven track record of technology development and application and scale-up to commercialization. Manufacturing/technical experience within the fuels industry with emphasis on product upgrading and quality. Broad understanding of the fuels industry including regulations, blending and product specifications. Demonstrated ability to manage and execute while maintaining focus on cost. Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to lead effectively across all levels within the organization.

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Responsibilities: Provide EHS leadership, expertise, and direction for facility environmental, health, and safety functions.  Develop and implement facility EHS goals, metrics and plans consistent with corporate policies and agency regulations. Manage the EHS budget and develop long-term operations and capital expenditure projections.  Conduct safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements. Review planned modifications, acquisitions and divestitures of facility property. Participate on cross-functional teams to ensure safety is a part of all important business decisions. Develop, implement, and maintain employee training programs. Manage and ensure all environmental permits/licenses are appropriate and current. Interface and work with regulatory agencies, non-governmental organization, and community groups on behalf of the organization.

Requirements: BS in Environmental, Safety, Engineering or technically related degree; certifications are preferred.  Need at least seven years of hands-on EHS experience from unionized manufacturing/production sites, with at least four years of staff management experience. Need environmental and safety experience to include: training, compliance, incident reduction, environmental permitting, wastewater, lockout/tagout, machine guarding; preference for MSHA regulations experience too.

Local or regional candidates are preferred.

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 Responsibilities for this position include: This position will be responsible for work details for the I&E discipline. Perform I&E equipment design, calculations, specifications, and purchasing of new equipment along with developing a spare parts list for new equipment. Accountability for project implementation including field inspection, problem solving, and coordination of installation. Participate in Design Hazard Reviews, LOPA reviews, and SIL verification. Develop safety specifications and testing procedures for SIS systems.

 Requirements: Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 8 years’ experience in a refining or chemical plant as well as front end process design

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 Responsibilities for this position include: This position will serve as the owner of the SIS program, the site electrical infrastructure, and I&E equipment and installation process. Work with I&E Technicians to diagnose and troubleshoot issues and implement solutions. Provide I&E expertise for the plant. Participate and/or lead FMEA and RCFA. Administer and monitor PM program for PLC and DCS systems.

 Requirements: Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in refining or a chemical manufacturing facility.  Experience in preventive/predictive maintenance, PLCs, DCS, RCFA, FMEA is required. Design and installation of on-line analyzers is a plus!

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 Responsibilities: Bringing environmental reporting up to date; conducting risk assessments and implementing measures to reduce risks; training; environmental permitting (Title V, NPDES); emergency response plans and training such as injury, fire release response, SPCC and RCRA; coordinate all aspects of facility hazardous waste shipments.  May also participate in safety issues such as committees, accident investigations, and HAZCOM. 

 Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or related Minimum of 2 years environmental compliance experience in a manufacturing plant Environmental reporting & permitting; training.  Excellent communication skills. Local to the Los Angeles area or currently residing in California.

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