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James Hammann

Brunswick

Summary

Results-oriented CPS Manager with a strong focus on Process and Data Analysis, driving safety initiatives and compliance. Proven ability to manage complex projects and communicate effectively across functions.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

CPS Manager

GP Cellulose
Brunswick, GA
05.2021 - Current

Constructively apply PBM® and the Guiding Principles in a way that creates value and demonstrates a knowledge of and alignment with our PBM® culture.

Ensure all covered chemicals are managed according to regulatory requirements as well as corporate and mill standards. This includes PHA/DOM planning, audit implementation and action plan follow through.

Work with operational areas to appropriately investigate incidents in a meaningful way that takes into consideration the severity and potential frequency of an incident.

Support LOPC vision to “Reduce LOPC events that could lead to Significant Injuries or Fatalities.

Act as the administrator for the Brunswick SpheraCloud system and corresponding chemical reactivity analysis.

Manage Trax relative to CPS/PSM, Process Safety, employee role changes and general system management.

Currently acting as the Fiberline Safety Liason.

Sr. Process Engineer

GP Cellulose
Brunswick, GA
11.2002 - 03.2015

Managed chemicals and raw materials cost and performance across three fluff pulp paper machines.

Successfully managed the machine roll maintenance for two years.

Worked to resolve customer quality complaint issues in a timely manner.

Led the effort to implement the DataParc system at the mill.

Worked as a Sr. Process Engineer in the Fiberline and supported the startup of the #4 Bleach Plant.

Acted as the AAL in the Fiberline for a year.

Led the company to understand the mill's energy profile and how to optimize energy use for three years. Acted as a Sr. Process Engineer in the Utilities Department during this time.

Managed the Main Lab and Quality Lab instrumentation for three years.

Paper Group Leader

Gilman Paper Company
St. Marys, GA
08.1996 - 10.2002
  • Supervised process engineers and technical staff in support of three paper machines producing various grades of paper including coated SBS as well as specialty grades.
  • Mentored team members, fostering skill development and enhancing overall productivity.
  • Worked closely with the Quality Department and Customers to resolve customer quality complaints.
  • Coordinated and ran many chemical trails related to coating and specialty grade development.

Sr. Process Engineer

Riverwood International
Macon, Georgia
06.1992 - 08.1994
  • Primary area of focus: Two linerboard paper machines. Aided directly in the conversion of the #1 Machine to a coated linerboard machine. Successfully started the coating plant to support the machine conversion.
  • Managed chemicals and corresponding machine trials.

Process Engineer

Westvaco
Luke, MD
06.1989 - 06.1992
  • Primary area of focus: Five Coated Paper Machines
  • Analyzed process workflows to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
  • Coordinated and ran chemical trials.

Education

MBA - Finance And Accounting

University of Georgia
Athens, GA
05-1996

Paper Science And Engineering -

Miami University
Oxford, OH
05-1989

Skills

  • Process and Data Analysis
  • Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Cross Functional Communication
  • Documentation and reporting

Timeline

CPS Manager

GP Cellulose
05.2021 - Current

Sr. Process Engineer

GP Cellulose
11.2002 - 03.2015

Paper Group Leader

Gilman Paper Company
08.1996 - 10.2002

Sr. Process Engineer

Riverwood International
06.1992 - 08.1994

Process Engineer

Westvaco
06.1989 - 06.1992

MBA - Finance And Accounting

University of Georgia

Paper Science And Engineering -

Miami University
James Hammann