Environmental Co-op

Essity AB; Menasha, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Essity is seeking an Environmental Co-op to support sustainability initiatives at our Menasha, Wisconsin mill. You will collect data, test water systems, and collaborate with Environmental Engineers to drive improvements.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates in Engineering or Environmental Science, able to work 40 hours weekly on-site from January through June 2027. Housing stipend may be offered; wage is $24+ per hour.

Qualifications

• Undergrad student in a four-year Engineering or Environmental Science program.
• Study areas include Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, Environmental Engineering or related lab sciences.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week on-site January 2027–June 2027.
• Willing to work in a manufacturing environment in Menasha, WI.

Responsibilities

• Collect data and perform tests on water systems and effluent streams.
• Perform trend analysis to monitor system health and stability.
• Identify improvement opportunities with engineers and Environmental Team.
• Conduct waste audits and document findings per ISO 14001.
• Maintain main lab equipment and supplies for accurate testing.
• Support site safety initiatives.

Skills

Data collection and testing

Trend analysis

Improvement opportunities

Waste audits

Lab equipment maintenance

Safety initiatives

Education

Pursuing bachelor's in engineering or environmental science

Job description

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and North American headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company that is committed to breaking barriers to well-being through innovation in Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical Solutions.

Working at Essity is not just a career, it’s where you’ll play your part in a better future, making the world a healthier, more hygienic, and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being. At Essity, there’s shared belonging and individual growth. Our culture grows with you.

Environmental Co-op

The Environmental Co-op is a co-operative learning experience designed for students pursuing a Laboratory-Science curriculum, specifically in the Environmental or Wastewater Treatment areas. This role is integral to supporting the critical water system balance needs and Environmental Management System initiatives at our Menasha, Wisconsin Paper Mill facility.

About the Role

The Environmental Co-op will collaborate closely with operators, Environmental Engineers, and other operations leaders to support sustainability initiatives and daily water system data collection necessary for efficient operations. This role is essential in ensuring that our facility operates smoothly and sustainably, contributing to our overall environmental goals.

We are looking for individuals who embody our core values, are unafraid to challenge the status quo, innovate, experiment, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. We are constantly seeking ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

What You Will Do

As an Environmental Co-op, your responsibilities will include:

• Data Collection and Testing: You will collect data and perform tests on various water systems, including final effluent, solid, and in-process waste streams. This data is crucial for monitoring and maintaining the health of our water systems.
• Trend Analysis: You will perform trend analysis on the collected data to understand and predict system health and stability. This analysis helps in making informed decisions about system operations and improvements.
• Identifying Improvement Opportunities: You will work with Engineers, Utilities, and the Environmental Team to identify opportunities for improvement. Using the scientific method, you will develop and conduct trials to test these improvements.
• Waste Audits and Documentation: Conducting waste audits and completing environmental documentation will be part of your role. You will follow through on improvement initiatives in alignment with ISO 14001 standards, ensuring our operations meet high environmental standards.
• Lab Equipment Maintenance: You will be responsible for maintaining the main lab equipment and supplies, ensuring that everything is in good working order for accurate testing and data collection.
• Safety Initiatives: Supporting site safety initiatives is a key part of your role. You will help ensure that all safety protocols are followed and contribute to a safe working environment.

Who You Are

We are seeking an undergraduate college student enrolled in a four-year Engineering or Environmental Science program. Ideal candidates will be studying Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, Environmental Engineering, or other related lab sciences. You must be able to work a 40-hour-per-week position on-site from January 2027 to June 2027.

What We Can Offer You

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $24 (+), with the possibility of a housing stipend.

Our culture is collaborative and caring, with a focus on empowerment and engaged people. You will have the opportunity to work with impact and a powerful purpose, contributing to sustainable value together. We prioritize health and safety, innovation, and sustainable working life. We also offer a total rewards package that includes individual learning and career growth opportunities.

About Menasha, Wisconsin

Menasha, Wisconsin is home to Essity's largest tissue-manufacturing and recycling facility in the USA. Combined with the nearby Neenah Converting plant, it comprises the largest single manufacturing footprint in North America for Essity. These sites are located in the Fox Cities Area of Wisconsin, where nearly 500,000 people share 25 adjacent communities in a relaxing, rural atmosphere at the northern tip of Lake Winnebago.

Additional Information

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Together, we are improving lives, every day

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.