Process Engineer

Entry Level Process Engineer Opportunity- New Grads Encouraged to ApplyAs a Process Engineer you will be responsible for managing technical projects aimed at product and process problem-solving and/or improvements, cost reduction, and profitability improvement. You will provide technical assistance to the operating departments to help them achieve the mill’s goals and objectives while driving continuous process improvement.How you will impact WestRock:

Determine and implement process changes and/or trials to improve operating efficiency and performance and minimize variation

Partner with operations, E&I, and Process Control Engineers to understand all processes and how teams and individuals are involved and impacted at each step

Drive continuous process improvement within an operating area through the coordination and management of raw material and other process trials

Serve as the owner and subject matter expert for Process Book (the mill’s software to view Distributed Control System equipment), ensuring that all data and documentation is accurate and up to date

Troubleshoot pump performance with a pump curve analysis to assess whether a pump is under designed, past life expectancy, worn out, or under performing for various reasons

Track and analyze data related to any trials, changes and continual production information to inform recommendations and decisions

Gather and cleanse production and process data and perform statistical/analytical tests to uncover important variables and their impacts

Generate production reporting, create process monitoring report, and perform daily troubleshooting of the process

Review and share best practices with peers in technical subject areas including computer software and systems

Regularly communicate process-related data to operations and management in readily consumable way

What you need to succeed:

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering; Paper Science or chemical engineering preferred. New and upcoming graduates encouraged to apply

Must have 0 to 2 years of experience in a process engineering role

Experience with plant information systems and Minitab

Strong problem-solving and process-analysis skills to evaluate data and make decisions to drive process improvements

Possess effective communication skills to clearly convey process-related data to operations and management in readily consumable way

Proven track record of collaboration within cross functional teams

VBA and PI training is preferred

Work experience in the paper industry or similar industry through an internship or co-op is preferred

WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.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.