Technical Manager - Papermaking (Canada)

Own the basesheet development initiatives that are part of the 3 ‑ year papermaking product development roadmap for assigned categories

Own trial design, success criteria, and recommendation

Author trial charters and experimental plans with success criteria; execute validation runs and oversee sample/test plans

Convert consumer and lab results into clear go/no ‑ go recommendations for product development reviews with Product Management/Quality/Marketing/Executive Leadership

Define Specifications & Critical to Quality parameters

Execute & support Sales/Marketing product innovation initiatives

Drive changes and develop processes to enhance products / margin

Lead external trials and evaluations with suppliers and labs (chemistry, fabrics, papermaking, converting, analytical testing)

Ensure NDA and data ‑ handling compliance with vendors

Investigate and implement new technologies

Influence changes, ideas, and developments

Regularly benchmark vs. competitive/National brands to understand positioning and areas for improvement

Provide multi ‑ site technical support for quality and runnability

Provide technical support to customers / quality systems

Provide support for significant operational and quality issues directly at the sites

Mentor junior engineers

Engage and influence all levels of the company

Lead technical seminars for operational/process staff

At Irving Consumer Products , we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label. We also produce baby diapers under our Royale® brand as well as private label diapers and training pants for North American retailers.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Consumer Products, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.