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This OCC Manager is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of their newly commissioned, state-of-the-art Valmet OCC (old corrugated containers) recycling plant. This facility processes 100% recycled fibre to supply stock for the high-capacity PM3 containerboard line. As the OCC Manager, you will lead a high-performing operations team, driving continuous improvement in fibre yield, safety, pulp quality, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Job Responsibility
Manage the day-to-day operations of the entire OCC plant, including the bale feeding systems, pulping, screening, cleaning, and refining stages
Ensure a reliable supply of high-quality recycled fibre stock that meets the strict technical specifications required by the PM3 board machine
Monitor process parameters (e.g., consistency, freeness, reject rates) to maximise fibre yield and minimise chemical and energy consumption
Enforce an uncompromisable safety culture, ensuring complete compliance with UK health and safety regulations (including HASAWA, COSHH, and PUWER)
Oversee reject handling and water loops in the OCC area to support the mill's "near-zero effluent" environmental targets
Lead, mentor, and upskill a dedicated team of OCC shift supervisors, process operators, and general operatives
Partner with the OCC Maintenance Engineer to plan and execute routine preventive and planned maintenance shutdowns
Minimise unplanned downtime by ensuring quick diagnosis and resolution of equipment breakdowns
Manage the budget for the OCC area, including tracking expenditures on spare parts, consumables, and raw material processing costs
Requirements
A proven track record of operational management or senior supervisory experience within a large-scale paper / board mill or high-volume recycled pulp / fibre plant
deep expertise in recycled fibre preparation, OCC pulping, screening technologies, and waste paper contamination removal
A Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Paper Technology, or a relevant industrial discipline is highly preferred
practical experience operating with modern DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and automation layouts
formally trained in industrial safety management (e.g., NEBOSH Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely)