Process Engineer

WestRock Company; Hodge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WestRock Company is seeking a Process Engineer for the Hodge Paper Mill. The role involves evaluating existing and future processes, enhancing production systems to optimize costs and sustainability, and developing best practices.

Key responsibilities include implementing process improvement trials, managing safety protocols, and utilizing advanced computing and mathematical skills.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills in engineering processes.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Experience with safety protocols and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing and future production processes.
• Aid in the improvement of production systems.
• Implement and document process improvement trials.

Skills

Above average computer skills

Ability to think abstractly

Above average math skills

Ability to develop complicated solutions

Ability to learn new skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

A Process Engineer at the Hodge Paper Mill is responsible for evaluating existing and future processes, aiding in the improvement of production systems to reduce costs, increase sustainability and construct best practices for the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• PI and Ekho Page Building and Updating
• Six Sigma
• Process Improvement Trial Implementation, Planning and Documentation
• Special Chemical Inventory
• Data Collection - Mill Balances, Pinch Studies, etc.
• ISO Documentation and Implementation

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Safety – Includes following safety rules and regulations, working to create and maintain good housekeeping, knowledge and use of safety equipment, active participation in safety effort, attending safety meetings, confronting others regarding safety, reporting incidents and near misses, correcting unsafe conditions.
• Composure – Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.
• Managing Diversity – Manages all kinds and classes of people equitably; deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures, disabilities, ages and both sexes; hires variety and diversity without regard to class, supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all.
• Ethics and Values – Adheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches.
• Integrity and Trust – Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keep confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.
• Listening – Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees.
• Written Communications – Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication setting and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.

Knowledge/Skills

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Above average computer skills.
• Above average ability to learn new skills and refresh old skills.
• Ability to develop complicated and/or original solutions.
• Ability to think abstractly.
• Above average math skills.
• Above average laboratory or science skills.
• Familiar with accounting for change and time, mathematically.
• Able to work with individuals from different knowledge bases.

Critical learning experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Engineering