The Position

We currently have an opening for an Assistant Chip Lab Technician, this role reports directly to the Technical Services Manager. The assistant chip lab technician is responsible primarily for the incoming quality inspection and measurement of moisture content and size classification of hog fuel and monorail samples received at the mill. Provides care in operation of the lab equipment. Responsible for checking calibration and keeping records on key measurement equipment and lab housekeeping. Samples that are submitted for testing will need to be processed within 24 hours. Is a backup and can perform all the duties of the Chip Lab Technician. May be assigned special projects at times either closely related to or outside the scope of normal duties.

About Port Townsend Paper Corporation (PTPC)

The Port Townsend Paper (“PTPC”) mill is proud to have been in continuous operation for more than 90 years. We use a blend of virgin and recycled fibers (Kraft and OCC pulp) to produce Kraft pulp, paper, containerboard, medium and market pulp. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership-style relationships.

At PTPC we believe that a healthy and safe work environment is fundamental to the success of all employees. We put that belief into practice every day by managing risk and building safety reliability into our processes and procedures. Engaging and empowering our workforce to maintain world-class safety performance is the pathway to achieving operational excellence. We also strive to preserve the environment, be good neighbors, and remain a valued member of the local community. Many of our employees have enjoyed working at PTPC for the greater part of their careers; we have employees with 20, 25, 30, even 35 years of service. PTPC is proud to provide good, prevailing wage jobs on the Olympic Peninsula.

Job Responsibilities

• Inspecting incoming trucks for hog fuel quality as they unload (outside).
• Identifying and quantifying contaminants.
• Moisture Measurement.
• Quality Measurement – Size Classification.
• Collecting samples for hog fuel.
• Calibration checks and recordkeeping.
• Trained backup on OCC bale % Moisture & Quality Inspections.
• Bone dry reports.
• Housekeeping.
• Special projects as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Strong math skills.
• Communication skills both oral and written with plant personnel and vendors.

Required Experience

• 6 to 12 months comparable job experience.

Required Education

• High school graduate and/or associate degree or equivalent experience in comparable job.

Work Schedule and Environment

• Working times will be from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm daily M – F (including a 30-minute non-paid lunch break). Job duties could occasionally require some overtime and must be approved prior to working.

Physical Requirements

• Requires regular lifting, which may include up to 30 pounds in a single load.
• Requires working at elevations which includes climbing ladders.
• Involves a combination of indoor and outdoor activities. Outdoor activities may have to be completed during inclement weather conditions.

Employment Terms

• Full time, Non-Exempt position.
• Salary range: $24.00 per hour, $49,920 annually.
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• 2 weeks paid vacation or more depending on position.
• Full-time employees receive 160 hours of sick leave upon hire then earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
• 9 paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning, and support services.
• In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Port Townsend Paper Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.