Process Engineer / Technician

Kap Paper Inc.; Kapuskasing; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kap Paper Inc. is seeking a Chemical Engineer to lead process improvements and analyze production data. You will support Health & Safety, train operators, and develop comprehensive documentation to ensure high-quality production at the Kapuskasing site.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, English fluency with French as a plus, and a University degree in Chemical Engineering. You will collaborate with maintenance and operations to meet targets and drive cost reductions.

Qualifications

• University degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or related field.
• English required; French is an asset.
• Member of a Canadian Professional Engineers Association is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Manufacturing Services Manager.
• Lead root cause analysis and find solutions.
• Perform weekend duty when required.
• Support compliance with collective agreement and sound union/management/employee relations.
• Promote and provide a safe workplace, seek improvements, support Health & Safety Program.
• Support operating department activities and needs on a day-to-day basis, which may involve troubleshooting, data analysis, or special testing.
• Use data-driven approaches to monitor, track, and analyze production data, adjusting as necessary to meet production targets.
• Prepare and maintain detailed process documentation, reports, and training materials.
• Train operators and technicians on new processes and best practices to ensure adherence to procedures and high-quality standards.
• Support the implementation of process improvements leading to optimization of News mill manufacturing process.
• Provide technical guidance that supports manufacturing process design improvements (e.g., project development reports for capital expenditures).
• Maintain awareness of operating department process conditions and drive changes that return productivity, quality and cost back to target if deviating.
• Provide recommendations related to current operating guidelines and introduction of new technology.
• Provide statistical analysis to support capital expenditures resulting in cost reduction or improved quality.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Training

Education

University degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Salary: $70,000.00 – $105,000.00 annually

Requirements:

Language: English (spoken and written) and French is an asset.

Education: University degree in Chemical Engineering or Equivalent.

Experience: 3 – 5 years experience in the field or related field.

Member of a Canadian Professional Engineers Association is an asset.

Responsibilities:

Report to the Manufacturing Services Manager.

Lead root cause analysis and find solutions.

Perform weekend duty when required.

Support compliance with collective agreement and sound union / management / employee relations.

Promote and provide a safe workplace, seek improvements, support Health & Safety Program.

Support operating department activities and needs on a day-to-day basis, which may involve troubleshooting, data analysis, or special testing.

Use data-driven approaches to monitor, track, and analyze production data, adjusting as necessary to meet production targets.

Prepare and maintain detailed process documentation, reports, and training materials. Create process flow diagrams and work instructions as needed.

Train operators and technicians on new processes and best practices to ensure adherence to procedures and high-quality standards.

Support the implementation of process improvements leading to optimization of News mill manufacturing process.

Provide technical guidance that supports manufacturing process design improvements (e.g., project development reports for capital expenditures).

Maintain awareness of operating department process conditions and drive changes that return productivity, quality and cost back to target if deviating.

Provide recommendations related to current operating guidelines and introduction of new technology.

Provide statistical analysis to support capital expenditures resulting in cost reduction or improved quality.

Commitment:

Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws.

Kap Paper Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and provide accommodations under AODA.