Pulp & Paper R&D Specialist — Field Trials & Innovation

PT Bukit Muria Jaya; Jawa Barat; On-site; IDR 120,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Bukit Muria Jaya seeks a driven Pulp & Fiber Specialist to support product innovation across the pulp and paper manufacturing process. You will bridge laboratory research and plant-level execution, conducting machine-side trials, and evaluating fiber morphology to improve sheet formation and performance.

This hands-on role emphasizes data-driven analysis, lab testing, and on-site implementation without managerial overhead, with collaboration across departments to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Diploma (D3) or Bachelor’s Degree (S1) in Pulp & Paper Technology or related field.
• Deep knowledge of fiber properties and pulping/papermaking processes.
• Experience in laboratory pulp/paper testing and machine-side trials.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to compile structured research reports.
• Physically and mentally fit for plant-level research and mill-side execution.
• Good teamwork and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan, support, and execute technical innovation trials on paper/pulp production machines, focusing on wet-end chemistry, chemical additives, and surface application efficiency.
• Analyze fiber types, morphology, structures, and physical-chemical properties to optimize sheet formation and performance.
• Conduct rigorous testing and analysis on paper physical properties and constituent raw materials.
• Compile, evaluate, and interpret research data to produce comprehensive, structured technical reports for continuous product and process improvement.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Laboratory testing

Machine-side trials

Cross-functional communication

Education

Diploma (D3) or Bachelor’s Degree (S1) in Pulp & Paper Technology, Forestry / Wood Technology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry

Job description

PT Bukit Muria Jaya seeks a driven Pulp & Fiber Specialist to support product innovation across the pulp and paper manufacturing process. You will bridge laboratory research and plant-level execution, conducting machine-side trials, and evaluating fiber morphology to improve sheet formation and performance.

This hands-on role emphasizes data-driven analysis, lab testing, and on-site implementation without managerial overhead, with collaboration across departments to drive continuous improvement.