Paper Mill Process Engineer — Continuous Improvement

Ox Paper Tube Core; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Ox Paperboard Illinois, LLC is seeking a Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement across safety, quality, productivity and cost containment at the paper mill.

You will lead technical support, train staff on processes and instrumentation, oversee QA activities, and participate in capital projects, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and environmental stewardship.

This role offers growth in a modern facility with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Process control knowledge in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in process, product or technology development.
• Ability to multitask and meet objectives.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Team leadership abilities.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Demonstrated initiative and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment with hazard recognition.
• Lead technical support and training for plant processes.
• Train employees in analytical problem solving.
• Identify opportunities to improve procedures and workflows including the DCS.
• Manage mill process control instrumentation.
• Oversee QA program, COAs, customer complaints, and quality improvements.
• Assist EHS Manager with environmental permits and certifications.
• Facilitate project initiation, development and prioritization incl. capital requests.
• Support maintenance and electrical staff and coverage for Maintenance Superintendent.
• Participate in downtime maintenance and readiness planning.
• Weekend coverage as required.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Process control

Product development

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team leadership

Computer skills

Leadership initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Ox Paperboard Illinois, LLC is seeking a Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement across safety, quality, productivity and cost containment at the paper mill.

You will lead technical support, train staff on processes and instrumentation, oversee QA activities, and participate in capital projects, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and environmental stewardship.

This role offers growth in a modern facility with competitive compensation and benefits.