Process Engineer

WestRock Company; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable paper and packaging solutions is looking for an entry-level Process Engineer. You will be responsible for managing technical projects and driving process improvements while working with various departments to achieve operational goals. Ideal for new graduates with a background in engineering or related fields.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of experience in a process engineering role is preferred.
• Experience in the paper industry or similar through internship or co-op is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical projects aimed at process improvement and cost reduction.
• Drive continuous process improvement through trials and data analysis.
• Communicate process-related data to operations and management.

Skills

Problem-solving

Process-analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering

Paper Science

Chemical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Plant information systems

VBA

Job description

General Information

Job ID

ATR49646

Posting Job Title

Process Engineer

Locations

NC Roanoke Rapids Mill

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

02-Apr-2025

Relocation Support

Yes

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Entry Level Process Engineer Opportunity- New Grads Encouraged to Apply

As a Process Engineer you will be responsible for managing technical projects aimed at product and process problem-solving and/or improvements, cost reduction, and profitability improvement. You will provide technical assistance to the operating departments to help them achieve the mill’s goals and objectives while driving continuous process improvement.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

How You Will Impact WestRock

• Determine and implement process changes and/or trials to improve operating efficiency and performance and minimize variation
• Partner with operations, E&I, and Process Control Engineers to understand all processes and how teams and individuals are involved and impacted at each step
• Drive continuous process improvement within an operating area through the coordination and management of raw material and other process trials
• Serve as the owner and subject matter expert for Process Book (the mill’s software to view Distributed Control System equipment), ensuring that all data and documentation is accurate and up to date
• Troubleshoot pump performance with a pump curve analysis to assess whether a pump is under designed, past life expectancy, worn out, or underperforming for various reasons
• Track and analyze data related to any trials, changes and continual production information to inform recommendations and decisions
• Gather and cleanse production and process data and perform statistical/analytical tests to uncover important variables and their impacts
• Generate production reporting, create process monitoring report, and perform daily troubleshooting of the process
• Review and share best practices with peers in technical subject areas including computer software and systems
• Regularly communicate process-related data to operations and management in readily consumable way
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering; Paper Science or chemical engineering preferred. New and upcoming graduates encouraged to apply
• Must have 0 to 2 years of experience in a process engineering role
• Experience with plant information systems and Minitab
• Strong problem-solving and process-analysis skills to evaluate data and make decisions to drive process improvements
• Possess effective communication skills to clearly convey process-related data to operations and management in readily consumable way
• Proven track record of collaboration within cross functional teams
• VBA and PI training is preferred
• Work experience in the paper industry or similar industry through an internship or co-op is preferred
  
  

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.