Chemical Engineering Co-op: Process Optimization & Safety

Twin Rivers Paper Company; Madawaska (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Twin Rivers Paper Company in Madawaska, Maine, invites qualified students to join as a Chemical Engineering Co-op, gaining hands-on experience in a continuous manufacturing environment. You will analyze processes, support optimization, quality improvements, safety programs, and sustainability initiatives while collaborating with engineers, operators, and supervisors.

Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field, with sophomore to senior standing and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field.
• Sophomore, junior or senior standing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports and promotes safe work practices throughout the mill by being present at safety activities and personally encouraging safe behaviors.
• Assist engineers and operations personnel in monitoring and optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production and process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support process improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing waste, improving quality, and lowering costs.
• Participate in troubleshooting process issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Assist with environmental, sustainability, and energy conservation initiatives.
• Conduct laboratory testing and process evaluations as needed.
• Develop reports, presentations, and recommendations based on findings and analysis.
• Support root cause investigations related to quality, production, or process issues.
• Participate in safety audits, hazard assessments, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Environmental departments.
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies and applicable regulatory requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Twin Rivers Paper Company in Madawaska, Maine, invites qualified students to join as a Chemical Engineering Co-op, gaining hands-on experience in a continuous manufacturing environment. You will analyze processes, support optimization, quality improvements, safety programs, and sustainability initiatives while collaborating with engineers, operators, and supervisors.

Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field, with sophomore to senior standing and