General Information

Job ID
ATR33357

Posting Job Title
Process Engineer

Locations
VA West Point Mill

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
27-Sep-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.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY:

Manage technical projects aimed at product and process problem solving and/or improvements, cost reduction, and profitability improvement. Provide technical assistance to the operating departments to help them achieve the mill's goals and objectives.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT WESTROCK:

• Improve the efficiency and cost of operations by working with Production and Maintenance departments
• Assist Operating departments by applying engineering approach to problem solving
• Work with hourly and salaried employees to improve mill results
• Become valued member of operating and maintenance team and learn supervisory skills

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Pulp, Paper Science
• At least 2-5 years' industry experience
• Must have drive and excellent work ethic to progress into operations management positions
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills essential.
• Must have well developed written communication skills.
• Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficient computer skills (including MS Office).
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

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.

Keywords: process engineer, process engineering, production efficiency, waste reduction, optimization, process optimization, energy efficiency, cost reduction, process improvement, paper mill, paper machine, trials, PI, JDE, increasing speed, chemical reduction, paperboard, linerboard, brown paper, liner, containerboard, brown paper, kraft paper

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.