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FootBridge

Project Manager - Pulp & Paper

Toledo, OR · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

Title : Project Manager - Pulp & Paper Pay : $160,000 - $190,000 Location : Toledo, OR Duration ... Lead engineering projects from planning and design through installation, start-up, and ...

Valmet

Project Manager - Pulp & Energy

Bedford, NH · Hybrid

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Pulp and Paper Engineering or a closely related field is required or a combination of equivalent education and experience. Preferred experience ...

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Project Manager - Pulp & Energy

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Pulp and Paper Engineering or a closely related field is required or a combination of equivalent education and experience. Preferred experience ...

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Project Manager - Pulp & Energy

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Pulp and Paper Engineering or a closely related field is required or a combination of equivalent education and experience. Preferred experience ...

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Project Manager - Pulp & Energy

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Pulp and Paper Engineering or a closely related field is required or a combination of equivalent education and experience. Preferred experience ...

Domtar

Pulp & Power Manager

Johnsonburg, PA

Bachelors Degree in paper, Engineering or a related field * 10+ years experience working in manufacturing, pulp & power * 15+ years leadership experience * Exceptionally strong leadership skills

Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus ... Bachelor's degree in paper, Engineering or a related field * 10+ years experience working in paper ...

Domtar

Paper Mill Manager

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus ... Bachelor's degree in paper, Engineering or a related field * 10+ years experience working in paper ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for pulp paper engineering in the United States is $30.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.80 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Pulp Paper Engineering job involves designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting the processes used to convert raw materials into pulp and paper products. Engineers in this field work with chemical, mechanical, and environmental systems to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure product quality. They may be involved in process control, equipment maintenance, and sustainability initiatives within paper mills and manufacturing plants. This role requires knowledge of chemical engineering, material science, and industrial operations to develop innovative solutions for the paper industry.

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Pulp Paper Engineers are often responsible for designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting processes related to pulping, bleaching, and papermaking. Daily tasks can include analyzing process data, working with teams to improve production efficiency, overseeing equipment maintenance or upgrades, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations. Engineers may also collaborate with R&D and quality assurance teams to develop new products or improve existing ones, making this role both challenging and dynamic. Teamwork and hands-on problem-solving are central aspects, with frequent interaction between engineering, operations, and production staff.

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Project Manager - Pulp & Paper

Toledo, OR • On-site

FootBridge
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$160K - $190K/yr

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Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Title: Project Manager - Pulp & Paper

Pay: $160,000 - $190,000

Location: Toledo, OR

Duration: Permanent/Direct Hire


We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong pulp & paper background to lead projects at a major pulp mill in Oregon. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has previously worked on-site at a mill and served as a client or engineering representative, building relationships and coordinating projects directly with plant operations.


What You’ll Do

  • Lead engineering projects from planning and design through installation, start-up, and commissioning.
  • Serve as a key on-site point of contact between the client, engineering teams, contractors, and plant operations.
  • Develop scopes, schedules, budgets, execution plans, and project deliverables.
  • Manage project costs, schedules, quality, scope changes, and critical path activities.
  • Coordinate contractors, resources, field activities, and project sequencing.
  • Build strong client relationships, understand operational needs, and identify opportunities for future projects.
  • Ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with site requirements.
  • Help improve the reliability and efficiency of mill operations.


What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • Significant project management experience within pulp & paper or industrial manufacturing.
  • Previous experience working at a pulp or paper mill is required.
  • Experience representing an engineering organization or serving as an on-site client/owner representative.
  • Experience managing projects through installation and commissioning.
  • Strong knowledge of front-end and detailed engineering processes.
  • Experience with contractors, integrated scheduling, cost control, critical path, and change management.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with plant leadership, engineers, contractors, and field teams.


If you thrive in a plant environment, enjoy being the person who keeps projects moving, and have the pulp & paper experience to earn the trust of operations teams, this is an opportunity to make an immediate impact.


Apply today if you have experience as a: Project Manager, Pulp and Paper Project Manager, Paper Mill Project Manager, Mill Project Manager, Capital Projects Manager, Engineering Project Manager, Industrial Project Manager, Owner's Representative, Project Engineer, Mill Engineer, Manufacturing Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, EPC Project Manager, Pulp and Paper Engineer, or Capital Project Manager.


FootBridge is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected. We make employment decisions based on qualifications and business needs, without discrimination on any basis, and we welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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