Paper Machine Co-op: Develop Process Excellence & Leadership

Ahlstrom-5; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom Stevens Point Mill is seeking a Paper Machine Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The role supports the Production Team to achieve safety, quality, production, cost, and development objectives on a paper machine process line.

Pay rate is $27.00 per hour. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant engineering degree program and be authorized to work in the United States for full-time employment. Relocation to the Stevens Point area for Jan–Aug 2027 may be required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or similar engineering degree.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• Living in or willing to relocate to Stevens Point, WI for Jan–Aug 2027.
• Strong technical aptitude and proven problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate product improvement or cost optimization projects by conducting trials and reporting results.
• Assist with machine shutdowns and start-ups.
• Learn and provide technical support to process engineers using Proficy, Centerlining, Optivision and Aspentech.
• Monitor, assess, analyze, and optimize process quality and conditions.
• Monitor, assess, and analyze process variability.
• Provide technical support for key departments.
• Provide problem solving and analytical skills.
• Follow manufacturing and hygiene processes to meet safety and quality requirements.
• Assist and/or lead safety, productivity, quality, and cost-control projects.
• Support machine manager in leading a paper machine process line and long-term planning.
• Support operations/maintenance efforts and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Pursuing Paper Science or Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

Proficy

Centerlining

Optivision

Aspentech

Job description

Ahlstrom Stevens Point Mill is seeking a Paper Machine Co-op for Spring/Summer 2027 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The role supports the Production Team to achieve safety, quality, production, cost, and development objectives on a paper machine process line.

Pay rate is $27.00 per hour. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant engineering degree program and be authorized to work in the United States for full-time employment. Relocation to the Stevens Point area for Jan–Aug 2027 may be required.