General Information

Job ID
ATR36190

Posting Job Title
Process Engineer - Entry

Locations
SC Florence

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
29-Nov-2023

Relocation Support
Yes

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

The opportunity:

This entry level Process Engineer role provides support by recommending and implementing modifications to the process to optimize production, improve quality, and reduce cost. The Entry - Process Engineer also provides engineering expertise for conceptual studies, feasibility analysis, process design, start-up, system optimization, and trouble-shooting mill systems.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Provide technical support on operating parameters and process optimization.
• Continually explores process changes to maximize throughput, improve product quality and/or reduce operating costs.
• Analyze problems within existing systems utilizing analytical abilities and implementing recommendations for improvement.
• Assist production with troubleshooting quality and operational problems.
• Monitors pertinent quality and operating data.
• Responsible to be an active member in Lean Six Sigma projects. This includes holding multiple roles within projects.
• Optimization of all processes including water systems, chemical additives, and other paper mill processes including chemical, mechanical, plant layout, and all other opportunities for efficiency improvement
• Responsible for executing projects in a safe manner and observing all pertinent laws, codes and policies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Science
• Computer working knowledge such as Microsoft Office Suite, PI Processbook, JD Edwards, etc.
• Interpersonal and leadership skills
• Excellent planning, organizational, time management, and prioritization skills

Competencies:

• Exhibits strong competencies in Safety Mindset and has a thorough understanding of safety policies and procedures.
• Targets and achieves results, sets and accomplishes challenging goals, prioritizes and manages tasks effectively, maintains an organized system to monitor progress, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets standards and responsibilities.
• Drives for continuous improvement while managing expectations and results. Able to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and accelerates the change within themselves, their work group, or the organization; challenges the status quo and creatively identifies opportunities for improvement. Demonstrates a constant commitment to do things better.
• Understands and works to meet customer requirements. Listens to and responds to customer's needs; builds relationships with and gains trust of customer by always meeting commitments.
• Recognizes problems and responds by systematically gathering information and weighing options. Able to sort through complex issues, seeks input from others and addresses root cause of issues. Makes timely and accurate decisions. Uses consensus when possible and clearly communicates decisions to others.
• Tackles problems and takes independent action. Seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development, and demonstrates a bias for action without being prompted.
• Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues. Can simplify and process complex issues and information, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts, can analyze data/information and draw accurate conclusions.
• Able to exhibit a 'can-do' approach and inspire associates to excel, uses competition to encourage others, develops performance standards and confronts negative attitudes. Develops a team spirit and uses tact when expressing ideas or opinions. Presents new ideas to authority figures and adapts presentations to suit a particular audience. Responds to objections successfully.
• Attentive to detail and accuracy; is committed to excellence. Continuously looks for improvements, seeks opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
• Able to be tactful, maintain confidences, and foster an ethical work environment. Prevents inappropriate behavior by coworkers, give proper credit to others and handles all situations honestly.
• Able to clearly present information through spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talks with employees, customers, and supplies, and has strong listening skills.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.